Faces of Autism

Curtis

2011-11-30T00:00:00.000Z

Curtis is 7 years old and turning 8 in January. He is diagnosed with classic autism and ADHD combined type (Hyperactivity and Attention Deficit). His hobbies include doing artwork, math, reading, video games and basketball. He is from Maine in the U.S.A.

Drawing Roads

Brandon and His Dog Gene

2011-11-23T00:00:00.000Z

This is Brandon, age 13 with his new puppy Gene. He named his pet after Gene Simmons of Kiss. Brandon participates in the Special Olympics and is is a gold medal winner in sprinting, softball throw, soccer, unified bowling and cross country skiing.

He also enjoys horseback riding with the Michigan State University therapeutic horseback riding program. He loves to read, play video games, and swim. He's fully included at his intermediate school as a 8th grader. Brandon made the year-long honor roll last year and has continued to make the honor roll this year.
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C1 and his mom, Julie L.

2011-10-05T16:24:00.002+01:00

Greetings from the state of Washington. My name is Julie. This is my first post since taking over administrative duties of this blog from Casdok, who is still operating her blog at Mother of Shrek. Thank you Casdok, for this opportunity.

Pictured with me is my oldest son C1, 13, who was diagnosed with Autism when he was six. He has been busy adjusting to a huge move from Michigan to Washington that occurred in March 2010. He’d like to move back to his home state, but is doing well with homeschooling, and is learning new things all the time. His dad, a Michigan State fan was quite dismayed when C1 recently declared the University of Michigan as his favorite college football team, and Hail to the Victors his favorite song. He's been going to college football games since age 7.

Swimming and playing games on his Nintendo 3DS are some of his favorite activities. He also loves spending time with his eight-year-old brother, me and his dad. Going places (museums, the grocery store, post office, and Hawaii!!, for example) tops his list of favorite things to do too.

Autism blog

Aaron and Adam

2011-09-15T19:02:00.000+01:00

Aaron and Adam are my inspiration. They were diagnosed with Autism three years ago. Every day I am thankful that they are in my life and that I'm able to share in theirs.

More than Autism

Canada

Button

2011-08-22T19:14:00.000+01:00

This is Button, he has ASD, CP and Congenital CMV. He makes us proud every single day.

Tazzymania

Cayden

2011-03-20T08:31:00.000Z

Caydon is four, just recently diagnosed with Aspergers and has SPD and seizure disorder. He adores dinosaurs, dinosaurs and more dinosaurs. On the slight occasion, he'll show interest in pirates or space (very rare though). He's accomplished a lot in his life, as he lost his words at 2 and can now make 8 word sentences. He can light up a room with his laughter and mastered roar.

Modern Mom, Redefined

Roger

2011-03-09T19:19:00.000Z

Roger 11 years old. Autism and Executive Functioning Disorder.

No Guile: Life and other stories from Autism

Kody

2011-01-28T09:29:00.000Z

Here is my son Kody he is 6 yrs old. He is funny, charming and our little proffesor.

He has aspergers.

Emperor

2011-01-07T16:20:00.000Z

I'm Emperor and I have a Hello Kitty Party DS game. I am nine and I am homeschooled. How I figured out I was autistic was I went to a doctor's office and then I told my brothers that I was autistic like them.

Emperor And Etc.
US

A

2010-12-15T16:46:00.000Z

This is "A", he is four years old. "A" was diagnosed with High Functioning Autism at three years old. He received private speech, OT, and PT, for a year until we were able to get him approved for school based services. He is a bundle of energy and a ray of light. I wouldn't change one thing about him and I tell him every day how smart and special he is!

Living with the 'A' word

Koi

2010-12-12T08:35:00.002Z

This is Koi. She is four years old. Koi loves music, dancing, and "cooking" (plastic) food- especially carrots. My parents recently gave Koi an iPad, and her communication skills have really taken off as a result. She loves her preschool and especially her teacher, Miss Laura. My hope for Koi is that she will live a meaningful life full of hope, love, and happiness.

My facebook page
US

Charles

2010-11-22T10:42:00.001Z

This is Charles. He is four years old and diagnosed with ASD.

He is a very loving child who loves to sing everything.

His favorite toy is his blocks and he loves the water.

Autism as a whole

Beauty & Macho

2010-11-21T20:14:00.000Z

"My daughter 'Beauty' was diagnosed with autism when she was 2 yrs old. With the help of early intervention programs, sign language and therapy, she went from being a completely non-verbal child who didn't smile or play with others, to a vibrant young girl who plays, smiles, talks and laughs all the time! My son 'Macho' was unofficially diagnosed with PDD-NOS when he was 2 yrs old. Early intervention helped him learn to use the left side of his body and has helped him begin overcoming his severe Echolalia. He's now learning to speak spontaneously. He loves to smile, play peek-a-boo, and give hugs and kisses. Beauty is almost 5 yrs old, Macho is almost 3 yrs old, and I can see them both having very bright futures ahead of them!"

Speaking on the Spectrum

Tired Mom

Parker

2010-11-21T08:54:00.000Z

This is Parker, who is almost 4 years old. He was diagnosed with Autism just after 18 months. He's one of the most lovable and affectionate boys you'll meet. We call him our cuddle monkey! Though not one to talk much, he absolutely LOVES singing, and every time he opens his mouth to serenade his family with another song, he melts his mama's heart. We love this kid to death!

DEDE Land
US

Kai

2010-10-17T20:48:00.000+01:00

This is Kai. He is 4 years old and has Autism. He was dianosed shortly before his 2nd birthday. He is a very loveable little boy who loves cars, trucks and jeeps! He is very happy and outgoing. For a little boy of few words, he gets his message across strongly! He is the best brother to his big sister and little sister! and one of the best things that has ever happened to us.

Dotcomkari
USA

Rayyan

2010-10-08T09:19:00.001+01:00

This is Rayyan. He is turning 4 in November and was diagnosed with ASD about 6 months ago. Rayyan is non-verbal but he is one smart boy! He loves animals and he loves to be hugged and kissed! He is the sunshine in our lives :)

Rayyan
SG

Kai

2010-09-28T11:40:00.000+01:00

Kai is six years old and was diagnosed with autism shortly after he turned two. His intelligence and fun-loving personality, so well hidden when he was first diagnosed, has now blossomed. He loves math, planets, the human body, and laughing.

Hanabi Boy
US

Trevor

2010-09-19T19:41:00.000+01:00

Trevor is a happy 5 year old who was just diagnosed with autism a few days ago.

He loves dinosaurs, drawing, trains, and playing video games on pbskids.org.

He just started kindergarten and is in a mainstream classroom with the aid of a teachers assistant.

He has a wonderful imagination and always keeps us laughing.

The Scenic Route
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Lola

2010-09-19T16:30:00.001+01:00

This is Lola. She was diagnosed with autism at the age of 20 months. Lola loves to laugh, always has a smile on her face and is the silliest princess you will ever meet! She has the most genuine smile and gives fabulous hugs. She is a big fan of music and can match anything under the sun. Lola has taught us all that faith can move mountains. Lola keeps life interesting.

The Autism Princess

Griffin

2010-09-19T13:41:00.002+01:00

Griffin Blaise was diagnosed at age 18 months but started Early Intervention at age 15 months. He is now in a mainstream classroom at age 8 years. His speech is still delayed but he is making great progress. Griffin loves to draw as he is very creative and imaginative and he is a jovial kind of guy who loves to laugh. He is a wildlife expert, he even got an award at camp for it.

My Beautiful Child Griffin & Autism

Rory

2010-09-14T19:12:00.000+01:00

Rory is our happy 4 yr old son. He was diagnosed with autism at 3 yrs old. He loves to stay moving! He has an amazing imagination and is over the moon about trains. Rory has recently begun speaking in complete sentences which is amazing since he stopped speaking at 2 completely! We also have 2 other "typical" children so it is definitely a wild ride

We've got Animal trouble

Ciara and Shamus

2010-09-12T19:11:00.000+01:00

Ciara is the most precious 18 month old little girl. She has a lot of great skills but since she is so young she has a long way to go.

Shamus is the most handsome almost 3 year old little boy. He is starting to sign and trying to say words. In the last month he has made leaps.

Shamus and Ciara are both so loving not just to other people but to each other. They seem to have their own way of communicating with each other.

Melissa's Marvelous Madness

Amber

2010-08-24T10:28:00.000+01:00

This is my 'Autistic Biscuit', Amber. She is very verbal, but that wasn't always the case. She was officially dx'd with Autism after along battle with the school system to change the dx from ADHD, PPD-NOS. Her doctor is wonderful and helped us the entire way. Amber began speaking in full sentences when we removed dairy from her diet at age 3 years 8 months- we will be removing gluten soon.

Chasing the answer

Jacob

2010-07-27T18:21:00.000+01:00

Jacob is a nonverbal 9 year old. He's amazingly creative and has a great sense of humor. We laugh a lot at our house!

Can't catch me

Jesse

2010-05-10T11:59:00.002+01:00

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Giovanni

2010-04-16T09:05:00.000+01:00

Giovanni Age 9 years.

My amazing & inspirational little Aspie Man, With is new baby brother.

A Boy With Aspergers
UK

Fionn

2010-04-03T19:50:00.000+01:00

Fionn lives in Galway, Ireland. How do you measure our ability with a standard IQ test? Would you consider a blind man rude for not seeing you when he comes into a room. We are differently abled.

We do not lie, we do not speak badly of anyone, we always respect life in its great variety.

Learn from us.

Dara

2010-04-01T08:46:00.000+01:00

Dara from Dublin in the middle of this picture has autism which means that his brothers get to do an awful lot of what little boys love doing, because that is fun for some is vital for autism, every government must respect the autistic child's right to have opportunity, freedom and a quality of life

Bard

2010-03-17T08:45:00.000Z

You can call me "Bard" I'm 23 and diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at age 18. I am a jaded cynic with a love of mythology shamanism, anthropology and Avatar: The Last Airbender. The whole thing about autistic people lacking imagination...well I dispel that fact.

I got stories to tell.

Prism*Song
US

Kyran

2010-02-20T08:43:00.001Z

Kyran is 6 years old and was diagnosed at 3 years with Autism. He is non-verbal but is the most charming, lovable boy you will ever meet. He loves to play outside, climb and jump and swim. His smile will melt your heart. We write about him and many other interesting topics on our blog.

The Butler Way
US

Anthony

2010-02-18T17:20:00.000Z

This is Anthony. He is almost 6 years old and has been diagnosed with Autism. He is a very funny loving and silly little boy who loves to sing, dance, and watch Thomas and Friends! He is high functioning academically but is at an approximate 2 year old level with social and developmental areas. He is our sunshine and our brightest star.

Isaac

2010-02-18T16:00:00.000Z

ISAAC IS EIGHT YEARS OLD HE WAS DIAGNOSED AT ABOUT 20 MONTHS WE KNEW SOMETHING WHEN INSTEAD OF CRAWLING HE WOULD ROLL WHEREVER HE NEEDED TO GO. HE IS HAVING SOME BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS HE GOES TO COOK ELEM. WHERE HE IS IN A SPECIAL NEEDS CLASS WE TRIED TOTAL INCLUSION NOT GOOD FOR THE OTHER STUDENTS.HE HAS OUTBURST AND ON OCCASION VIOLENT TENDENCIES KICKING AND BITING .WE ARE ALMOST TO THE POINT OF HOMESCHOOLING BECAUSE HE CANNOT BE CONTAINED IN A CLASSROOM INVIRONMENT.

Deqlan

2010-02-18T15:44:00.002Z

Hi All.I am a very proud Mom to Deqlan, aged 3 and a half years! We are from Gauteng in South Africa.

He was diagnosed with stage 4 Neuroblastoma, 25 May 2007, a cancer of the sympathetic nervous system at the age of 8 months. He went through 11 rounds of chemotherapy , 6 surgeries and procedures, more scans and blood and urines tests we could count, and he was declared to have NO EVIDENCE OF DISEASE on 16 Jan 2008!

Praise Our Lord, 25 months NED!

Just after Deqlan started chemotherapy we noticed he stopped saying Mama and stopped giving us the pictures of animals, he knew quite well. Then went the eye contact and Deqlan became fascinated with fans and tried to spin everything from car wheels to egg lifters.

On 25 Oct 2008, Deqlan was diagnosed to be on the autism spectrum.

We are currently treating Deqlan biomedically and seeing fantastic results. He is on a Gluten Casein Sugar Soya Yeast free diet and on variety of supplements and vitamins, as well as candida treatment. After being on this protocol for 1 year, his language has gone from 2 words this time last year to over 200. His eye contact is fantastic, he has stopped lining things up, he has stopped spinning himself in circles, he has started taking interest in certain people.

He adores cars and Thomas the train and friends. Deqlan loves saying the alphabet and counting! He has even started singing songs and pointing at things!

He is attending a wonderful school specialising for kids on the autism spectrum, and loving every moment of being there! He is also in speech and occupational therapy and swimming lessons.

We look forward to waking up each day with Deqlan as we know we are going to be blessed by each moment with Deqlan. Our lives have changed in the most wonderful way , our priorities are clearer then ever before, all the things that don’t matter we let go of.

We couldn’t be prouder, we absolutely love and adore our gorgeous gift from God, Deqlan Ross.

God Bless, lovely to meet you all

Samm

Deqlan Ross HIggins

Tafari

2010-02-18T08:21:00.000Z

My 3 year old Tafari is Autistic. We call him "The Terror" not because of his Autism, because of his Age... and personally he is part of this family, therefore he doesn't get a pass from us with bratty kid nicknames! He is the youngest of 4 Children.... and he is an absolute Joy! In this picture he is eating a banana while trying to signing "More" at the same time, LOL!

Adoption of Jane

Sam and Noah

2009-12-21T16:32:00.002Z

I am a mom with 2 boys, ages 4 and 6, who are both autistic. Sam is going to be 7 next month and Noah is 4 1/2. Both boys were diagnosed at 20 months and fall on the severe side of the autism spectrum.
A family newspaper here in Baltimore, Maryland recently did a story about our family at Baltimore's Child, page 24.

WYSIWYG

Hannah

2009-12-17T09:09:00.000Z

This is Hannah and she is 6 years old. She was diagnosed this year with high functioning aspergers with strong OCD tendancies. Her faveroite subject is "creatures" (bugs of any sort), and loves to call anything she captures 'Gahlia'. She loves to give people cuddles.

AUS

Ryan

2009-12-16T09:34:00.001Z

Ryan is 4 and was diagnosed with PDD about a year ago. He's hilarious. He loves letters and numbers, Curious George books, animals, and lots of tickling. He's full of love, and has been known to kiss in his sleep.

The Ryan Files

Preston

2009-12-11T09:13:00.002Z

This is Preston. He just recently turned 3 and was diagnosed at 20 months old. He is a teddy bear and loves giving kisses!!

乐乐，凝凝，伯祺，胡杨

2009-12-01T08:58:00.004Z

乐乐，凝凝，伯祺，胡杨 (Lele, Ningning, Baiqi, and Huyang) send their love from China!

Autism abroad

Martin

2009-11-20T15:07:00.000Z

Martin (age 5) on the right was diagnosed with PDD-NOS two years ago. His more prominent symptoms were very significant language development delay and also significant social delay. In short, at 3yo he talked like an 18 month old, comprehended less. He threw lots of fits, many related to his difficulty understanding what was going on. He continues to have significant behaviour and speech issues but has made amazing (to us) progress. In this picture he is playing with his 18month old typically developing sister.

Rainmom

Luc and Maddy

2009-11-19T07:49:00.001Z

This is my son Luc who is a seven year old Aspie who loves WWII and WWI. He wants army men for Christmas. This is also my Daughter, Maddy a 4 1/2 year old Autie who also has Hyperlexia and loves Ni Hao Kai Lan. I was diagnosed with Asperger's soon after my daughter when she was 2 1/2. She was initially diagnosed with low to moderate ASD, she is now considered high functioning due to her amazing onset of speech thanks to all the intensive ABA therapy and early intervention.

Rufus

2009-10-30T15:10:00.006Z

Rufus is 10 years old, diagnosed with autism six years ago, and is currently in 5th grade in a full inclusion setting in a small elementary school in Baltimore. He has some significant challenges in communication and behaviors, but he is a generally happy boy with lots of smiles. While talking is difficult for Rufus, music (on an electronic keyboard), drawing (paper or computer) and surfing the web are activities that he excels at. He's also picking up skills in his second season on the Special Hockey team, The Baltimore Saints. While there are challenges in raising an autistic child there are unique joys that I would never trade away.

Suriving the System
US

Isaiah

2009-10-07T19:34:00.004+01:00

We knew something wasn't right since Isaiah was 2, but didn't get a formal diagnosis until he was 4, after fighting tooth and nail w/ his pediatrition. He was moderate functioning until the last year when we started him on biomed, he is now high functioning! He is very sweet and loving and wants to be a principal when he grows up.

Welcome to My World

Cade

2009-10-05T09:18:00.002+01:00

This is Cade! He just turned 3 and started school this week. He was diagnosed in June. This picture is his first day of school!

Miracle Baby

Rachel Cohen-Rottenberg

2009-09-28T12:15:00.003+01:00

I'm a wife, mother, artist, writer, blogger, and singer. I was diagnosed with Asperger's in November of 2008, and SPD/dyspraxia in January of 2009,when I was 50. I published my first book in 2007, and I'm hard at work on another.

Asperger journeys
US

Nolan

2009-09-28T08:12:00.002+01:00

This is Nolan. He was diagnosed just after his 2nd birthday in 2007. He's now four, and is such a smart little guy (well, he's actually a BIG guy --- almost 70 pounds). He loves to smile and get squeezes, and is surprisingly affectionate. Don't those cheeks look juicy?

Same child, Different day

Jonathan

2009-09-02T10:57:00.001+01:00

Jonathan was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome when he was three and a half years old. He's so sweet, funny, creative and insightful, which is a good thing. Because sometimes he can be so rigid and hard to deal with. He loves computers, playing chess and drawing his own comic book character "Purple Man."

Just because my pickle talks dosnt make me an idiot

Jaysen

2009-08-05T19:58:00.001+01:00

Jaysen, age 7, loves everything Mario.
He's an awesome kid. PDD-NOS, TS, and me for a mom.

The Quirk Factor: Resistance is futile...

Annie

2009-07-25T08:01:00.001+01:00

Annie, 6yo girl, recently diagnosed with Aspergers.Loves singing, reading, talking, visiting the museum and dressing up. Sister of Heidi.

Stuff with things

AUS

Connor

2009-07-23T17:58:00.001+01:00

This is Connor age 5. He was diagnosed with Autism shortly before he was 3.

My favorite Autistic

Hayden

2009-06-28T08:56:00.001+01:00

This is a picture of me and my son, Hayden. Hayden has mild autism and was diagnosed in 2006. I am a very busy woman taking care of him, his biomedical treatment, researching autism, blogging, writing a book, working with an agent, and taking care of the rest of my family. Check out my blog sometime.

Autism's Bitch
US

Bobby

2009-06-12T20:34:00.002+01:00

This is Bobby; he is 19 and autistic. He also had a stroke at the age of 9. He has made tremendous strides from being almost entirely nonverbal to being very social at the day center he goes to for special needs folks. Here he is talking to both his girlfriend and best friend, trying to manage two conversations at once. He also has two younger sisters, both of whom are on the spectrum, as well. They have never been silent, so perhaps they have been rubbing off on him.

Detritus
Countering Age of Autism
My website
US

Christopher Elf

2009-06-11T20:54:00.002+01:00

Hi my name is Christopher Elf. I am from Douglasville Georgia. I am 35 years old and my birthday is January 28 1974. I am a locale celebrity know as Christopher Elf or Parade Kid. I have some autism like with a hard time with spelling out words and getting upset real easy and sometimes a like of understanding by other people. I live with my parents at home. Every year I participate in the annual parades in my hometown of Douglasville Georgia. I look for forward to thus parades every year. In the parades I am always wearing one of my elf outfits. I love the annual parades in Douglasville that’s why they call me Parade Kid. This year I am going to be the annual 2009 Douglasville 4th of July parade and 2009 Labor Day parade.

Christopher Elf
US

Lily Oscar Zoe and Sam

2009-06-09T14:57:00.003+01:00

Here is a picture of my wonderful herd. It is the first time I was able to get them all together and looking at the camera at the same time! Lily, Oscar ,Zoe, and Sam (my boys are on the spectrum-autism and p.d.d.(nos)

Autism Herd
Kicking Kittens
US

S

2009-05-31T16:19:00.001+01:00

My name is S, Im 9 years old and have high functioning autism. I love my xbox my dog Ruby, and playing games with my friends.

One with, One without
UK

Ezra

2009-05-07T18:32:00.001+01:00

Ezra is 8. He enjoys swinging, jumping and riding the school bus. His favorite videos are from Jim Henson and Richard Scary. He does not talk, but is growing more interested in interacting with people. He is being looked at for Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba Syndrome. He has a loving big brother (with Down Syndrome--- and autistic traits of his own)

Slow and Steady
US

Laura

2009-05-04T10:51:00.001+01:00

My name is Laura. I am 23 years old and have Asperger syndrome. I am an avid animal lover, creative writer, and university psychology student.

Touched by an Alien: Life as I know it.

Charlie

2009-04-28T09:21:00.000+01:00

This is a picture of my little girl Charlie 2.5 years of age with Aspergers. She is the light of my life and makes every day interesting :) She is Peppa Pigs biggest fan and loves jigsaws, playdoh and jumping on the trampoline.

Zak

2009-04-25T09:43:00.002+01:00

Zak is 10 and a great little bloke. Autism/epilepsy/verbal dyspraxia/global develpomental delay/motor skills issues etc do not define him, it is just a part of who he is. He is the little boy who likes pokemon, playing the playstation, guru of finding stuff on you tube, man of few words, loved and treasured youngest child and brother of two adoring older sisters!!

Mum's Rules

AUS

Owen and Leo

2009-04-17T09:27:00.001+01:00

Owen then aged 9, Ella one of their sisters aged 10 and Leo aged seven and a half.

Whitterer on Autism

Eli

2009-04-16T20:29:00.004+01:00

Eli is 7 1/2 and a bundle of energy and joy. He loves to build with Legos and likes math, outer space, robots and aliens. He was diagnosed with autism at the age of 2.

Mothership Captain

Ethan

2009-03-27T21:17:00.000Z

Ethan is a happy 10 year old with Asperger's and loves to be in theatre productions. This picture is from his third play. He is our miracle son and we love him terribly.

Stuff in my brain
US

K.C.

2009-03-20T07:57:00.001Z

This is my son K.C. he is 7 1/2 years old, lives in sunny Arizona, has one German Shepherd puppy and K.C. is Autistic. He is non verbal but knows at least 10 different signs! He is the joy of my life, he is accomplishing so much and even gives hugs. I wouldn't change a thing about K.C., he is perfect in my eyes.

Autism Schmatism US

Samuel

2009-03-11T19:17:00.000Z

This is Samuel, age 7. He's diagnosed with Autism, ADHD and SPD. He's a hard working first grader in a special ed program and a tiger cub scout. He loves anything cat related, Thomas the Tank and playing video games. He was born on Valentine's day and has a lot of love to give. With the right supports, he can accomplish a lot for a little guy.

John

2009-03-10T19:51:00.001Z

My son John was diagnosed at age 2 with "Severe infantile Autism" He was non-verbal till around six. This inspiring photo is of him graduating from high school, which we were told would never happen. He is 24 now...he drives, he works, he gives speeches about Autism.

Sisterhood of the Autism Mothers (Facebook group)

Jackson

2009-03-04T08:39:00.001Z

Jackson is 4 years old and he was born with Autsim. He cannot hold a conversation with anyone, but as you can see by his beautiful face, no words are necessary.

Rio and Finley

2009-02-12T07:52:00.002Z

Rio is 10 years old and has asd with moderate learning difficulties. He is very bright and has a brilliant sense of humour. His favourite subjects at school are maths, cookery and art.
Finley is 9 years with asd and more severe learning difficulties. He is very cheeky and always up to something! When on good form he is very funny and loving. Both of them keep me on my toes

Diary of Mother X Living with Autism

Vicki

2009-01-30T21:47:00.001Z

My name is Vicki. I was diagnosed with a developmental disability (probably Asperger Syndrome) at age 34. I like sewing, playing computer games, watching birds and collecting rocks (which I'm doing in this picture).

Hyperlexian
CA

Boo

2009-01-29T17:01:00.003Z

'Beaming Boo'

Irish Autism Action
IE

Heidi

2009-01-28T07:58:00.001Z

This is my daughter Heidi (4yo) HFA.

Heidi loves Barbie, exploring playgrounds, crunchy carrots and hugs, lots and lots of hugs :)

Stuff With Things

AUS

Brenden

2009-01-22T21:45:00.002Z

Brenden is 11 years old. He has a diagnosis of Asperger’s. He loves machines of all sorts and has a head full of inventions he’d like to make some day. He is an amazing kid.

Mom's Baggage
USA

Emma

2009-01-22T20:23:00.001Z

Emma is 5years old and has classic autism. She loves watching videos, My Little Pony, and sneaking snacks when nobody is watching. Emma is non-verbal, but, has ALOT to say! She is a sweet little girl who is always happy and smiling.

The Puzzle Room
US

Alanis & David

2009-01-07T08:48:00.002Z

This is Alanis age 7 DX asperger syndrome/anxiety disorder loves sensory related play and everything Dr Seuss .She would like for all of the boys to know that she is not an average girl .

Thiz iz me Gloria and my David DX with mild AUTISM at age 2 1/2 . He loves CARS Dsiney pixar and Thomas Tank. He also wants everyone to know that he hates to be touched without asking .

I'm special because they are special!!

TACA

My Space

C & J

2009-01-01T16:24:00.004Z

Thought it was about time i put a photo of C up!

And i would also like you to meet my very cute 3 year old nephew J who has recently joined C on the spectrum.

Mother of Shrek

Faces of Autism

Mina

2009-01-01T15:43:00.001Z

Mina, 6, diagnosed PDDNOS three years ago. She sleeps with a stuffed centipede, a puppy, and a teddy bear (as pictured). She loves drawing and making things with paper. She also loves insects and is sad when people kill them. She says she wants to be an entomologist and an artist.

Saboni

Samuel

2008-12-22T09:09:00.001Z

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.

Mom Embracing Autism

Fletcher

2008-12-09T08:10:00.000Z

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.

Mum's the word

Aus

Secondo

2008-12-07T09:06:00.000Z

"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."

Keen

Iberico

2008-12-01T08:57:00.000Z

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.

Now for the cheese course
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Maximilion

2008-11-23T18:00:00.000Z

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".

Maxisteps ® Focused Innovation

Special Needs Andalucia

Noah and Eden

2008-11-20T16:09:00.000Z

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!

Life on our side of the spectrum
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Thomas

2008-11-16T08:03:00.001Z

Thomas has autism. He is a middle schooler (6th grade) and just finished his 2nd year of football.

Krazy Kat

William

2008-11-10T19:30:00.000Z

" 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.."

Our Little Family Blog

Little Saint

2008-11-10T08:33:00.001Z

"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."

General Hysteria
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Ethan and Javi

2008-11-09T10:14:00.000Z

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.

G5 Family
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Jaden

2008-11-07T18:25:00.002Z

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!

The Skates Family 7
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Joy

2008-10-26T16:35:00.002Z

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!

Elvis Sightings
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Holden and Ashton

2008-10-26T08:02:00.000Z

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.

I can has Autism
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Andrea and Brandon

2008-10-24T08:39:00.004+01:00

"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"

Caroline

2008-10-22T09:00:00.000+01:00

Caroline, PDD-NOS.

Still non-verbal, but has made great strides in lots of areas since doing diet (SCD).

Autism Parents
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Spencer, Alex and Harry

2008-10-21T19:27:00.000+01:00

Spencer, Alex and Harry. 15 years old triplets.
Autistic and non-verbal
They love trains, music and computers!

My Five Men
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Bev and Squawkers

2008-10-20T07:51:00.001+01:00

A rarely seen shot of Bev and Squawkers.

Asperger Square 8

Mac

2008-10-17T08:41:00.000+01:00

Mac, age 11 Asperger's Syndrome.

Loves trains, the 60's and birthdays.

Dreams of being a hippie

Slurping Life

Nigel

2008-10-15T08:29:00.000+01:00

"Nigel turns 14 this month. He loves waterfalls, cats, movies, and Lego."

Teen Autism

Jonathan

2008-10-14T08:34:00.000+01:00

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.

Amazed By His Grace

Cuddlebug, Bearhug & Little Bitty

2008-10-13T10:08:00.003+01:00

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 :).

Everyday Adventures

Liam

2008-10-11T18:25:00.002+01:00

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.

And then there were two!
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Jaymes

2008-10-09T07:41:00.001+01:00

"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."

Don't bite the dog.

Mickie

2008-10-08T08:55:00.000+01:00

My name is Mickie and I have Regressive Autism. I'm working really hard to regain what I lost.

Mickies Progress

Ryder, Mason and Hunter

2008-10-06T08:14:00.003+01:00

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!

The Spectrum Spectacle