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The Power of a Dream

Posted on January 3, 2013 by all about autism

The Power of a Mom’s Love, recently published by the New York Times, moved and inspired me. It’s the story of one mother’s vision to create a better world for her son and without knowing it; she parallels the dream … Continue reading →

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Specialisterne: A Company on the Cutting Edge

Posted on December 11, 2012 by all about autism

Many adults with autism are unable to secure employment and are often overlooked for the outstanding skills that they bring to a job.  In fact, 80% of adults with autism don’t have full-time jobs – not because they can’t manage … Continue reading →

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Autism-Friendly Santa: A Huge Success!

Posted on December 3, 2012 by all about autism

On Friday I wrote about our upcoming autism-friendly Santa event. Over 150 children and their families participated. You can check out the coverage from a Jet 24, a local news station at http://bit.ly/R1qAYr. I’m so pleased that I can be … Continue reading →

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My Hope

Posted on November 8, 2012 by all about autism

As fast as the political campaigning began, it ended.  To be honest, I’m happy the barrage of political ads that seemed to envelope the media has ended. What a difference a few days can make.  However, even though the elections … Continue reading →

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Voting: All People Have a Voice

Posted on November 6, 2012 by all about autism

It’s Election Day!  Whether Democrat, Republican or Independent, it’s a day when our voices get to be heard as we vote in local and national races.  Ryan and I decided to vote early today with hopes of avoiding the crowds … Continue reading →

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The Power of a Word

Posted on October 23, 2012 by all about autism

Have you ever used the word “retarded” to describe a child or an adult that you know? Have you ever heard someone else use it as slang in conversation? When I was teaching in the 80s, special education was thought … Continue reading →

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“I see you, as a classmate, as an equal, as a friend. Do you see me?”

Posted on October 11, 2012 by all about autism

Best Buddies International came to Erie last night. Dorian Smith, director of Best Buddies PA, and Ryan Christy, chair of the Pittsburgh Best Buddies Advisory Board, discussed with us how we as a community could become a Best Buddies chapter. 

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Paralympics Coverage Lacking

Posted on September 11, 2012 by all about autism

What’s your view? This year’s Paralympics came to a close this past Sunday, and it drew the largest ever television audience – except in the United States. In the U.S., coverage had been minimal, mostly occurring following the close of … Continue reading →

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Blake Leeper’s Story

Posted on September 6, 2012 by all about autism

Blake Leeper, runner and member of the 2012 U.S. Paralympic Team, serves as an example of setting the bar high.  Blake was born without lower legs and feet.  The doctor told his parents that he would never walk.  But his … Continue reading →

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