Nov 26
He seems to still be progressing well with his speech. When he came home today he was talking to me. Usually he only says a few sentences, but today he addressed me. He said "Daddy, I want something to drink please" and a few other requests directed at me. It was cool.
We’re still battling with the toilet training. He is in underwear and typically holds it all day until nap time when he gets a diaper or bedtime when he gets a diaper, or he pees his underwear/pants without going to the potty. Its definitely a challenge as a father of an autistic boy to not discipline him when he’s peed ALL over the carpet in the living room.
If you’re interested in seeing what we’re trying – CHECK IT OUT!
Nov 22
I went to The Larry King Live page today and it lists Jenny McCarthy and Jim Carey coming soon. Maybe they wanted to do Larry King Live together after Thanksgiving or something? Stay tuned and I’ll post something when I know
-Autism Daddy Dave
Nov 18
As a parent of a child with Autism, this DISGUSTS ME and PISSES ME OFF!!!
Recently, the organization People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) launched a new ad campaign entitled, "Got Autism?", misleadingly implying that the consumption of milk is associated with the cause of the autism spectrum. PETA is misinforming the public about autism and thus joining a long line of unscrupulous groups that have sought to try and spread fear about autism as a means of pushing their particular agendas.
Attempts such as these treat individuals with disabilities as pawns in the efforts of other constituencies. By refusing to acknowledge the right of the autistic community to be referred to with respect instead of as the focus of public hysteria, PETA contributes to a state of affairs which marginalizes the disability community.
People with disabilities, our families and our supporters deserve better than the exploitation and fear-mongering that comes about when disability is used as a means of scaring the general populace. For millions across the globe, the answer to PETA’s "Got Autism?" question is an unequivocal yes. That should not spell the end of our lives or prevent us from being fully included throughout society. By exploiting us, PETA becomes a culprit in the social forces that marginalize people with disabilities and lead to the discrimination and prejudice that truly disable us.
Let PETA know how you feel about its choice to exploit autistic people by writing to them at info@peta.org or call them at 757-622-7382 and dial 0. In addition, we encourage you to express your support for these ads’ swift withdrawal by signing this online petition.
Ari Ne’eman
President
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network
1660 L Street, NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20036
http://www.autisticadvocacy.org
732.763.5530
ARTICLE SOURCE
Nov 17
Jenny McCarthy! The actress and mother of a son with autism, on overcoming the odds and healing her child will be on Larry King Live. It should definitely be an interesting show.
CNN – Saturday November 22nd 2008 – 9PM PST – 6PM EST
I haven’t read her latest book yet, but I plan to soon.
I have however read her other book Louder Than Words – It was an enjoyable and informative story. I would recommend it to anyone, especially someone who loves someone with Autism.
Stay tuned – I’ll be embedding clips from the show into this post as soon as they are available.
Click here to read more about Jenny McCarthy and the Autism controversy she’s been stirring up.
What do you think of her? Is she crazy? Do you think her belief is the Thiomersal theory has stands to reason or is total b.s. Comments are encouraged.
Nov 15
It was freezing and cold, but Gavin, Mommy (Kris) and Daddy (Dave) all walked in the 2008 Greater Austin Walk Now for Autism Event. This was our first year, and we were testing the waters so we didn’t meet our fundraising goal, but we had a great time. It was nice being around other people that actually understood what it was like to have an autistic child. Gavin had a tough time transitioning from some of the play areas inside to other play areas and eventually the walk. He threw a tantrum and no one looked once, let alone twice to see what was going on. Thats just part of life with an autistic child.
They’re still taking donations until December 31st, 2008, so if you feel so inclined visit:
http://www.walknowforautism.org/austin/personal/debus