by Kirsty | Feb 18, 2015 | Autism, Relationships
Nathan and I have always wanted a dog. From the moment we got together and then moved in together and then married, we have wanted to share our life with a furry companion. A lot of things conspired to prevent the dream becoming reality. First we were renting and were...
by Kirsty | Dec 5, 2014 | Autism, Parents, Special Needs
For many people on the autism spectrum, the busyness and social nature of the lead up to Christmas and the end of the year can prove too much. There’s the changes in routine, particularly at school. There’s the party and function invitations. There’s...
by Kirsty | Nov 14, 2014 | Autism, Special Needs
I’ve been following the backlash against Jerry Seinfeld this week from the autism community regarding his belief that he may be on the higher end of the autism spectrum. Here’s the video of his comments: The story has been carried by a number of news...
by Kirsty | Mar 7, 2014 | Autism, Carer, Parents, Special Needs
It’s been a tough week. Actually, it’s been a tough few weeks which has culminated in this crazy motherf***er of a week. Yes, I virtually swore then. That probably best highlights just how overwhelmed I’m feeling right now. My motto this week has been “just keep...
by Kirsty | Mar 4, 2014 | Autism, Parents, Special Needs
I have mentioned before that we frequent a cafe in our town whose owners, Julie and Rhys, are just beautiful, caring and empathetic people. Cafe Tempest’s motto is enter a stranger and come out friends and they live that motto everyday. If you’re ever in...
