Samuel is almost 10 years old (furthest right in the photo). He has 2 brothers and a sister who are 11, 6, and 3. I am so glad that they have each other. Oldest brother is a go-kart racer and it is my hope that the entire family can take part in this hobby in the coming years. We have a built in pit crew in our family! Samuel loves playing on the computer and watching You Tube videos. His current favorites are videos about Playstation and the history of video games.
Fletcher is 3 and a half and was diagnosed with autism 5 months ago. He can say about 50 words that we can understand but his favourites are ' wassup?' 'it's ok' and 'so so sorry'. He loves to play outside on the trampoline and in the cubby, with trains, cars and balls. He loves to play Wii with his Dad and big brother Lachlan, while baby sister Mackenzie and Mum clap and cheer.
"Secondo just turned three and was diagnosed with autism several months ago. He loves school buses, fire engines, Nutella and bananas, and has the most contagious giggle in the world."
Iberico is 10 years old and has classic autism. Iberico doesn't have much to say, so our world is full of what doesn't have to be said. He and his little brother are the love of our lives and we are so grateful for them.
Maximilion 15 years. Loves swimming preferably in the sea, trains, basketball, football, paddle tennis, walking, music, books, magazines, washing machines and giving hugs. Diagnosis ... 4 different labels! As parents we only have one label "The joy of our lives".
Noah is 8 years old. Eden is 6 years old. Both have been diagnosed with PDD-NOS. Noah loves Star Wars, video games, and Legos. Eden loves books, music, and all things pink. They bring so much joy into my life!
" William is a 4 year old With ASD. He Loves to snuggle. He likes trains, Cars and To Color. He Just started school in September. He has come so far so fast. I'm very proud of him and I wouldn't change the way he is for anything else in the entire world. He is my Heart.."
"Little Saint is our magic. He is our light, our laughter, our insight, our perspective. He has shown us love and life in a way we would have never know. He touches everyone he comes in contact with. His loves are his family, trains and airplanes...firetrucks, police cars, ambulances, and of course birthdays."
Ethan 3, diagnosed with PDD-NOS, and older brother Javi, 8, diagnosed with Autism. Ethan is quiet, but very caring and sensitive friend. He's always there to lend a helping hand. He enjoys cooking and is usually the first to line up and help in the kitchen. He loves to snuggle with his little sister, Kaylee 16 months. Javi, loves to talk! He was a late talker, starting out around age four, but is still trying to make up for lost time. His favorite past times are playing video games, drawing and reading. He loves to craft things with his hands and he LOVES to eat. Stark contrast from his younger days, when we swore he got most of his nutrition from juice! Both boys attend public school, Ethan in an integrated ASD preschool and Javi, was promoted from ASD classes to Non Severely Handicapped, Special Day classes.
Here is Jaden at the beach - TOTALLY in his element! 8 years old – Asperger’s Jaden is an amazing artist & LOVES the water! He’s an excellent swimmer & has an unbelievable imagination! He has 2 younger sisters & 2 older brothers, but is the only one with ASD – he knows, that’s what makes him special! Jaden attends public school & is doing very well in 2nd grade this year! He teaches his parents so much about the world around us…I can’t imagine life any other way!
Joy is a four-year-old bundle of affectionate energy, who runs like the wind and lights the room with her smiles. Though she's not saying more than a word or two these days, she loves peek and chase games and hugs and kissies. Autism and epilepsy are part of the package, but they don't keep anyone in our family from immensely enjoying life, least of all Joy herself!
My son Holden, age 6 and Ashton, age 9 who is Autistic. Recently went GFCF and along with some behavioral meds is doing wonderfully! My guys are best friends and it shows in their smiles! They adore one another, even when they don't think they do! Holden, our 6year old is the single greatest thing we did for Ashton - he's brought Ashton out of his shell and made him a part of OUR world.
"My 2 angels with Autism....they are blessed to have eachother and I am blessed to have them...they have a unique perspective into this life people could learn from"
This is my precious little guy, Jonathan. Diagnosed at 2, he was 1 point from "severe" on the ADOS. Today he is fully included in general ed. He has responded well to therapies and as much love as a little boy could get. We feel so blessed that he's in our lives.
Bearhug and Cuddlebug, my 7-yr-old identical twins, each have autism and sensory processing disorder. They were diagnosed at age 3. They are amazing boys who are each talented in math, reading, art, and science, and they are both great at remembering things. Cuddlebug loves to design and build things, and Bearhug loves to play and design games. Little Bitty is 3 1/2 yrs old, he was diagnosed on the spectrum at age 2.He's a bright little boy who enjoys puzzles and books. He loves Thomas the Tank Engine and Blue's Clues, and he loves to dance! He's really into numbers and counts everything in sight. He likes to "read" calendars, which reminds me a lot of his big brothers!
I love our boys more than life itself, they are each beautiful inside andout, with smiles that warm my heart and laughs that you can't help but laugh along with :).
Liam will be three on the 16th of October and will be starting public school! Every time I turn around he is not only learning something new but teaching something new to those around him. He loves kisses, coloring, wrestling with his little sister, and singing songs. Autism? Is something I'm thankful for. It's made him who he is and he? Is perfect.
"Jaymes is 4, and has moderate to severe Autism. He is brilliant, can undo locks and ride a horse, but he is still working on the basics, like talking and functioning in the world. He is our special little guy, and every day he brings us smiles, laughs, and a huge amount of pride in the many things he accomplishes."
Hi My name is Ryder. I am five years old. I was diagnosed with classic Autism at age three. I have two older brothers with PDD-NOS and one older sister. I love to give BIG squeezes to everyone I meet. My mom says sometimes I squeeze too hard! But most people love to get a hug. Everyday I pretend to whisper in my mom's ear. someday I hope my words will come because I have so much to say! Hi My name is Mason and I am 8 years old. I have PDD-NOS. My brothers are Ryder and Hunter and they also have autism. I love to play video games, draw hidden pictures, and go to speech therapy. I am in 2nd grade and I've had the same teacher since kindergarten. My teacher says I've come a long way.
Hi My name is Hunter and I am 9 years old. I have PDD-NOSl My brothers also have autism. I love to draw and I have contributed my art to Art Now for Autism and Kindtree.org. I play the piano by ear and I love anything dramatic!
Hi there, My name is Clee and I have a severe form of autism. I'm a beautiful, loving non-verbal six year old who loves to swing, splash water, and eat tons of candy. I'm adored by my mom, dad, older sister, and younger brother. I adore them too.
Laurie is 7 and was diagnosed with PDD-NOS (leaning towards Asperger’s) at age 3. Kayla is 4 and has Down syndrome and was additionally diagnosed with moderate Autism at age 3 (that’s the magic age, isn’t it?). She is completely nonverbal and uses photos to communicate.
Raiyan Omar, 5. Diagnosed with ASD 9 months ago. Verbal but working on language development. Attends year 1 in mainstream school and coping so far! Loves loves animals and wishes he can go to the zoo everyday!
My son is Oliver (Ollie). He is age 12 and has autism. He is verbal, has a wonderful sense of humour (which keeps me going)! And, we think, is gorgeous! He loves dinosaurs, swimming and walking.
I'm Devin. I'm 3. I love Flash. He is my friend. My mommy and daddy and sister and grandma love me for years ever all! (Devin has Asperger's and when asked who loves him and who he loves, this is what he said.)
Liam is 6, and has high functioning autism. He loves Star Wars and Playstation games. Sometimes he is even nice to his sisters LOLMadison is 9 years old, who has Asperger's. Her favorite things are frogs, lizards, dinosaurs, or anything "reptilian" as she would say.
Katie - she is 5 and has autism. She is non-verbal, but is a loving, affectionate, beautiful little girl. She loves music, swimming, the Backyardigans and Barney.
About my twins: Brett-ASD-2 y.o. stubborn, willful, cuddly, and determined. He loves trains, Backyardigans, swimming, and making people laugh. He lives for accoladesBlake-ASD-2 y.o. Happy, go-lucky guy. Always pleasant. Blake loves swinging, cars, music, Backyardigans, and giving hugs.
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Roger - self portrait
By Jesse
Being in a crowded space
By Jesse
Guitars
DRAWING BY JOE
COLOURING IN BY DEQLAN
Filipe painter in Brazil
BY KARLA
Drawing by Rufus
Mobile by Rachel Cohen-Rottenberg
Drawing By Nolan
Drawing By Jaysen
Chinese monster by Eli
Photo by John
Drawing by Bede Age 5
Self-portrait by L
Wall against hate created by Asperger Square 8
Drawing by Hunter. Age 9
Drawing by Andrea. Age 4
Drawing by Brandon. Age 5
Jesse James by Elf
Created by 10 year old Emma
Emma made their clothes out of crayons and paper and taped together the clothes. They are W.I.T.C.H. characters. She knows more about who they are of course.