Can you imagine not being able to speak for 24 years and then you are asked to present at a conference? Being the keynote speaker last Saturday gave me such a thrill!
Yes, I was nervous, but my family talked me through it.
Yes, autism and I thought my body was going to betray me, but it didn’t.
Yes, I thought people weren’t going to believe in me, but they did.
It is quite an honor to be given a stage that will be broadcast to so many and could possibly affect the future of other nonspeaking autistics. I don’t take this job lightly!
Talking about a job…..my mom now has another one….being my communication partner for all of these events! This is not easy because she has two other kids in addition to me. Yes, autism and I think she is the best mom in the world! To me we are an amazing team that can do anything together when we put our mind to it!
Talking about my mom, I have to say something. Without her help, none of this would be happening! She and I want to help other people with autism. Talk to other autistics that you know and tell them my story.
Autism and I thank you for your help!
The Autistic Mind Finally Speaks 
Leave a comment