kiwikrasher wrote:Cav wrote:I thought of you when writing it Kiwi. I almost didn't hit 'post' because I didn't want you to relate it to Byron.
Don’t ever edit yourself on my behalf mate. To be honest the more scenarios I’m exposed to the better equipped I am to help him with stratiges to get through life.
Your absolutely right kiwi, it's a hard enough job bringing up a child in the modern world but adding the challenge of autism makes it a darn site harder.
We often take for granted the simple tasks of being able to read others mood or intent and respond appropriately. A child with autism has to learn this skill, and trust me it's hard to teach. Despite my best teaching, James still doesn't get sarcasm.
Don't get me wrong though, when James "gets" something it's the most rewarding thing ever.
I sincerely hope neither Byron, James, or any of our children have to experience bullying, but I do hope to be able to teach James how to identify it and deal with it appropriately.
FWIW cav, I think your a very brave and strong individual for simply offering your support. So many would shy away as it's "not their problem" and their too scared of people who appear "different"
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