Wednesday, April 9, 2008

SSSHHHH, HE'S SLEEPING!

Subject: Quinn, a boy with autism, and the line of toys he made before falling asleepImage via WikipediaBelow are some resources that are featured on The Beliefnet Community. I find a great deal of solace from this community and I hope sharing these articles will help someone to find the solace that I do. This is a site with resources for everything life has to offer, even those you hope to never run into. It is a great community with a big heart, just waiting to take you into their comfort zone.

On the Autism Warpath
When her son received an autism diagnosis, actress Jenny McCarthy went into 'warrior mode' to save her child--and other kids. Interview by Dilshad D. Ali

Life With Autism: Faith Keeps Us Going

Learning that your child has autism, a diagnosis that is growing more common these days, is one of the most devastating experiences a family can have. Parents rely on many things to maintain a healthy family life while helping their child fight the disorder. This photo gallery chronicles our family's efforts to take our son's distressing diagnosis of autism and channel it into a fulfilling, happy, and spiritual life for all of us.

ANCIENT FAITH, MODERN LIFE

BY Frederica Mathewes-Green
Ring of Silence
The only way I may completely connect with my autistic grandson is through God.