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The Biathalon at The Farmer's Market

Love the way Bari Weiss wrote this piece in the Wall Street Journal about revered Temple Grandin. It's a challenge to capture something new for those of us who've been around the block, heard Temple speak at conference…
"What are you doing?" Trailer: Autism Awareness

I’m incredibly excited about this film: What are you doing? Trailer from Autism Awareness on Vimeo. From their website: “What are you doing?” is a short film, created by Autism Awareness, which aims t…
As It Is In Heaven

Need a summer movie rental (for mature audience)? As It Is In Heaven, a Swedish film nominated for Best Foreign Film Hollywood Awards available from Netflix, is incredibly thought provoking. It is a compelling story…
AspieAffection.com

I remember back when I was trying to write that Sex and Aspergers blog, I was also looking for dating sites that had to do with people with Autism. I was told that sometimes, dating online can be pretty good for them,…
Tackling the Movies with Autism & Sensory Processing Disorder

Going to the movies with Heidi has always been a challenge; the sensory aspect of it is overwhelming.
He Sees Dead People

I've always had this sinking feeling Jaylen has a 6th sense. However, kids with Autism don't have the best eye contact, so it could be related to that. When he looks past me at something over my shoulder, I get chi…
From Finding Nemo to Shrek 3

One happy day a long time ago, when life appeared a lot less complicated, I sat in my cinema seat enjoying “Finding Nemo” with all the special effects that make a cinema visit so special. Beside me, my…
Trapped in their own body

Low functioning (severe) individuals with Autism are often referred to as being trapped in their own world or being in a body that simply doesn’t work the way it should. There is a new movie (Wretches & Jabb…
The Value of Language

Language is an art form, and in some areas in our society - a lost one. We've subjected ourselves to technology and sound bytes on a daily basis, only addressing serious issues with a cursory glance. A person who sp…
It's Hard to Teach Your Autistic Child Responsibility

It’s not easy to teach an autistic child responsibility. At least, it’s not easy to teach my autistic child. My son does what he wants, when he wants. This past weekend, my husband and me had to keep a co…