The cause of this Blog Hop is very near and dear to all of us, and we all need to be aware that Autism is rapidly increasing in numbers in our children. 1 in every 100 children is diagnosed with Autism. It is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and affects a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others.
Know the Signs: Early Identification Can Change Lives
Autism is treatable. Children do not "outgrow" autism, but studies show that early diagnosis and intervention lead to significantly improved outcomes.
Today, on the 4th Annual World Autism Awareness Day, we are joining prominent buildings across North America and the world — including the Empire State Building in New York City and the CN Tower in Toronto, Canada — who will turn their lights blue to raise awareness for autism and to commemorate World Autism Awareness Day.
Light it up Blue is aiming to light the world blue all throughout April — city by city, town by town — by taking action to raise autism awareness in our communities.
So help us, LIGHT it up BLUE this month!
Some of you know I have a little boy, Robbie, with high functioning autism. It has been a life changing, terrifying, exhilarating, overwhelming, exciting and yet healing experience. My husband has a blog chronicling our experiences with this; if you want to check it out, click HERE.
Some of you know I have a little boy, Robbie, with high functioning autism. It has been a life changing, terrifying, exhilarating, overwhelming, exciting and yet healing experience. My husband has a blog chronicling our experiences with this; if you want to check it out, click HERE.
This is how I feel about my fantastic son:
Card made using the Dude Lite Cricut Cartridge and stamp from CTMH.
I find the site Wrong Planet incredibly informative because it is made up of people who have high functioning autism/Asperger's Syndrome. This site gives me a vital perspective on things Robbie may be feeling and thinking. You may want to check it out.
Thank you so much to all of you for participating in this hop with me--I know we can make a difference! :)
Now for a quick giveaway:
Want to win a Pink ATG adhesive gun?
Thank you so much to all of you for participating in this hop with me--I know we can make a difference! :)
Now for a quick giveaway:
Want to win a Pink ATG adhesive gun?
How to win?
1) Leave a comment below.
2) That's it!
I'll draw a winner on Monday, April 4, 2011.
You should have come here from Sarah PinkCricut , if not feel free to start at the beginning of the hop here.
Sarah www.pinkcricut.com
Elizabeth www.217creations.com
Michelle http://chelemom.blogspot.com/
Finally, the most helpful, concise bit of information on how to interact with someone with autism, who may be exhibiting some of the behaviors shown.
By the way, self stimulating behavior can be rocking, flapping hands, spinning objects, etc. It is a way that autistic people calm themselves.
Subscribe to Obsessed with Scrapbooking to learn more about ways to use the Cricut in your scrapbooking!
Thank you so much for the information on Autism, we all need to be made aware. Also thanks for the chance to win the pink ATG.
ReplyDeleteDonna C.
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My son is 23 with Aspergers. It is events like this that have made a difference in the past 20+ years for awareness and education for both parents and professionals. THANKS for the wonderful blog hop :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful project. God gives special children to amazing moms. You are blessed!
ReplyDeleteThat is a cool card and I love CTMH too!...thanks for bring Autism awareness to us...we all need to learn to have more understanding and compassion...TFS :)
ReplyDeleteI just recently learned about autism and how many children it impacts. I think it is a wonderful idea to have a hop to create awareness.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your card, your story, and helping to make people aware of autism.
What a fantastic hop! Great way to raise awareness.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth M.
ebocage@hotmail.com
Your card is awesome! And Robbie is a cutie! :) My heart goes out to all of the families out there living with autism. I am a middle school teacher, always looking to learn more about disorders I may see in the students that I teach. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love your card. Thank you for sharing and the chance to win.
ReplyDeletebrittmartin1288@yahoo.com
Thank you for participating in this blog hop. This is a cause that not nearly enough people are aware of.
ReplyDeleteI love that Dude cartridge! And thanks for the information on autism... I didn't know much of it~
ReplyDeleteKris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com
Your son is so lucky to have involved and caring parents like yourself! He is so adorable! Thanks for sharing! You're right he is awesome! The card is amazing! Thanks for sharing your story and this totally rad card!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the post! and the hop! I used to work in a high school with children who had different stages of Autism and the great thing is that these kids are awesome!! TFS and thanks for the chance to win!!
ReplyDeleteOh, Joy!
ReplyDeleteThis is a cause that is near & dear to my heart!!! I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Lovaas at UCLA-I took courses and worked as a trained "autistic therapist". It was the most rewarding experience ever (even if it could be emotionally draining at times)! So many of "my kids" were mainstreamed after therapy and their own teachers could not tell who the autistic one was!
Thank you for sharing such wonderful (& informative) sites! Early intervention is KEY!!!!
Crafty hugs,
Jennifer
partridgelu at yahoo dot com
It is wonderful that you are bringing awareness to Autism, it can be devasting to families, we also have one of our family member with this illness, so can understand your feelings. Good luck to you Joy and your family, and best wishes also all the families with Autism.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this hop!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!! Good luck to you & your family.
ReplyDeleteAwesome card!! Even better blog hop! Big hugs and lots of blessings from one parent of a child with Autism to another!!
ReplyDeleteKimberly
usafwifey20 at yahoo dot com
What a cute little guy you have!! So many parents are in denial about their children and won't get them help, i had two little boys that I babysat and I believe that they have some form of autism but the parents blame other things, it makes me sad that they will go undiagosed.
ReplyDeletesierrababy08 dot blogspot dot com
I always look forward to your posts. As an educator I continue to seek knowledge on how to serve and educate our autistic youngsters. Keep on advocating!! We all learn together!
ReplyDeletePam
nice card and great way to provide info and awareness to autism. thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your card and about your son. My nephew has Aspergers, and I am just learning about it.
ReplyDeletedobiemom09 at gmail dot com
Great card for your son! Wonderful hop to bring awareness. I see many with autism in school everyday.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great card. It is so beautiful to see Autism getting the awareness it needs. May God continue to watch over you.
ReplyDeleteThank you for bringing attention autism awareness. I teach children on the autism spectrum in an inclusionary setting. I would love to win the ATG gun because I just broke mine!
ReplyDeleteLinda
Cute card. Thanks for sharing your story and talent.
ReplyDeletesandyford77 at sbcglobal dot net
I am so impressed an glad to hear that you are raising awareness for Autism,,, it is very frightening to have a child diagnosed with Autism and many challeneges for parents and families as well,,,,, I do hope and pray that breakthroughs will be found to help all families affected by this syndrom... Not to change the people just to help them to cope and find ways to make life easier,,,, I will be thinking BLUE all month,,, Thanks... Nancy
ReplyDeletenkmedar56@gmail.com
Great card for your son! My Friend's son has autism. Thanks for the sharing the website. I'm passing it on to her.
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I have worked with children with Autism and they are some of the most amazing kids I know! Thank you. And your project looks wonderful.
ReplyDeletecherie.goyer at gmail.com
http://oneheartscrapper.blogspot.com
I have children with a handicap also. It is vital to spread awarenes, because these are children first!
ReplyDeleteGreat card. This is a great idea for a Hop - awareness is always so important.
ReplyDeleteKristin
ksully4597 at gmail dot com
What an amazing set of parents your son has! I love the card you made for him! Thanks for sharing information about Autism with us!!
ReplyDeletewww.scrappinmystressaway.blogspot.com
Your little guy is so cute! I work with many kids on the spectrum and they teach me so much. i will be taking part in the autism walk later this month.I love my job (s) as an educational assitant, daycare provider for special needs, respite provider and social interventionist. I love to share my knowledge with others. Thanks for spreading the word.
ReplyDeletethanks for bringing awareness to all!
ReplyDeletepkeintz@gmail.com
I worked withe Autistic children in the middle school. They can be fun and loving if treated right. All my love to your beautiful family.
ReplyDeleteGreat way to spread awareness, a dear friend of mine has an Autistic son and he is just a sweetheart!
ReplyDeletebrandy
brandyj1121 @ hotmail dot com
Thanks Joy your son is precious & so blessed to have you! Thanks for sharing the links. I work with someone who son has Autism. His son does not like changes.Going from JR high to high school has not been good.His wife call him daily I can't get him to school, its like he is terrific.I will pass the links on to him.Thanks so much for the information & awareness!I would love the Pink ATG.
ReplyDeleteRosebud222222222
Robbie is adorable!!! I have a gs that was just tested for a form of autism. Great job on the blog hop.
ReplyDeleteI too have a nephew with autism. He is the sweetest boy ever. My best friend has three of her 6 children with autism as well. It is amaising how far the medical field has come in it's understanding and treatment of autism. The ATG gun looks intimidating, i have tried it before and would love to win it and tame the beast. Thanks for all your hard work and ideas.
ReplyDeleteGreat cause!!! Keep up the good work of getting the news out! Also thank you for the chance to win an AWESOME prize! I sooo want one of these. You Rock!!! ChelleBelle aka kweenbee_612@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteSo glad and Thankful that you are spreading the word about Autism. My Nephew and his wife have to precious little boys. Both have Autism and yet are completely different. I am so amazed at my nephew and his wife for all the love,patience and strength that they have. They are Awesome parents. Glad your doing this blog hop. Thanks!!! :0)
ReplyDeletecindymarshall63@hotmail.com
Fabulous cause that touches my heart God bless all who have been touched by autism. My friend has a son with this and they are having such a bad time right now. Her husband is active duty Navy and isn't home right now. Bless this strong woman.
ReplyDeleteA good friend of mine has Asperger's and it really bothers me how others don't understand him or "tolerate" him! Thank you for sharing and for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteVery wonderful project in honor of the Autism Awareness you did a great job tfs.
ReplyDeletelindascraftcorner@yahoo.com
http://lindascraftcorner.blogspot.com
matching mates for my grandson sqeeky shoes cecase.bradley@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteAutism needs continued support by awareness. Your son is blessed to be in a loving supportive home. May you all receive an extra blessing this weekend.
ReplyDeletetdharris1@cox.net
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ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to bring awareness to autism! Your son is adorable :)
ReplyDeletekperlic at hotmail dot com
Great card! Thanks for sharing your story. I work with children with Autism attending our elementary school and I love every day I get up and go to work, the children amaze me. Yesterday our school students and faculty all were blue in honor of Autism.
ReplyDeleteLove the card.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to spread awareness he is such a cute little guy. TFS
ReplyDeleteLuria
I love that you are showcasing an issue that so many would not. I think that everyone should try to educate themselves and show more compassion. Thank you for that. I think that as a paper crafter....cards mostly...this is what makes them so great...you can expess anything you are feeling.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the oppertunity to see all the great inspiration and the awesome give aways!
PS. the new Expression 2 looks great!
Thank you for sharing your information with us and some of your story. Your son is adorable and this card is so perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great giveaway!
XO ~ Amy Jo (follower)
amyjrockstar at gmail dot com
http://lv2scrapandfibrofacts.blogspot.com/
I love that card! Thank you for participating for such a great cause =)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win. :)
ReplyDeletejuliatf at hotmail.com
I worked for awhile with a gal who had 4 children, 2 of whom were autistic, one mildly, one severe. I think parents who have to cope with such a situation deserve a very special place in the scheme of things. Bless you one and all.
ReplyDeleteMy nephew has a son that was diagnosed with autism early on, but he has another disability, we love him and his family very much. We are excited to see them for Easter! Thanks for being active in such a worth cause.
ReplyDeleteSO glad you are raising awareness about Autism! What a great card that you made for him!
ReplyDeletehollyshobbie at gmail dot com
Adorable son and card. Both are AWESOME.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
I am a follower.
Thanks for the chance to win.
annadowdy at gmail dot com
Great card to help bring awareness to your cause. And I'd LOVE to win that tape gun. I've been looking for one for a while now & they don't have them in my area.
ReplyDeleteanndiehl@centurytel.net
what a great way to bring awareness to autism. Love your card.
ReplyDeletepruttybird at comcast dot net
I happened upon your blog only a few days ago and I am loving it. :o) My sweet nephew is autistic and it is quite the journey, as you well know. The power of prayer... there's nothing like divine, healing love. :o)
ReplyDeleteLove and blessings to all! :o)
Children with autism are near and dear to my heart. While in college I was on the board of Council for Exceptional children and I worked directly with children and adults with autism for almost a year. I have the autism awareness magnet on the back of my car and love when people ask me about it. Thank you for being such a strong and supportive mother and taking part in this hop!
ReplyDeletebrandicriminger@yahoo.com
What an amazing undertaking this day of and awareness and education is! Although my family has been spared this heartbreaking diagnosis, I am aware of the incredible work, love, and patience that a family (and therapists) need day by day, and the joy that comes with each and every milestone. God bless all the children and their families who live with this condition.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win the ATG. Everyplace I turn, I keep hearing what a great tool they are.
What a great cause and a great card. As a teacher, I work with autistic kids and is wonderful to raise awareness to these children. :)
ReplyDelete-Suzy suzyq28024@gmail.com
Light up the world Blue!! Hope the word spreads far and wide!!! I Know that they are lighting up landmarks in Australia for the cause too!! Thanks for the great "pink" giveaway!! All the best jendewar at optusnet.com.au
ReplyDeleteGreat card. Thank you for sharing your families story with all of us. I think it is great you are raising awareness about Autism.
ReplyDeletecstephenson at q dot com
Great job for spreading awareness. Thank you for the drawing.
ReplyDeletescrapbooknut67114 at gmail dot com
What a wonderful way to bring awareness to autisum.
ReplyDeleteAustism Children are amazing kids that some people underestimate. God is amazing and bless these children with wonderful parents. Thank you for the opportunity to win!
ReplyDeleteAwesome card!!! Great hop for a great cause!! Thanks for the chance to win
ReplyDeletereissfam10 at aol dot com
How kind of you to share your family with us and your work for helping others----- and your carftiness too!!! thank you
ReplyDeletecatagal@aol.com
Your lil man is ADORABLE!!! The card you made for him is ADORABLE!!! I am sure he LOVES it!! My lil man has Apraxia so I appreciate the thoughts and love that goes with this hop.
ReplyDeletehttp://scrappinkymomma.blogspot.com/2011/03/another-imagine-card.html
Great post! Another way to support autism this month is to buy these awesome scented-wax warmers!
ReplyDeleteI am a special ed aide that works one-on-one with a 9 year old autistic boy who is absolutely incredible and I am so glad to see you spread the awareness of autism to those who have not been affected by it.
ReplyDeleteMy brother is dating a young lady with a functioning son who has autism. I like the project honoring Autism awareness. Great job!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome idea to promote awareness of autism. Thanks for sharing a great card and a chance to win a great gift.
ReplyDeletemy 10 year old nephew is autistic and is one of the sweetest people I know. He is such an inspiration! Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteabsolutely love your card. thanks so much for a chance to win.
ReplyDeletecraftychick99 at yahoo dot com
Thanks for being an inspiration...great picture of your son...I always enjoy seeing your projects
ReplyDeleteI love a blog hop with such a great cause!
ReplyDeleteThanks for helping us all to become more aware of autism and aspergers. Most of us know absolutely nothing about them. Your card for your son is very special. Thanks for the chance to win and I am a follower. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteLovely project for spreading awareness. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYou've given some great links to follow up and learn more. Thank you so much!
ReplyDeleteYour so is so cute...I just saw a show on this the other day...this is an awesome hop...thanks for the info....
ReplyDeletemcwooten1999@carolina.rr.com
Autism Awareness is very important indeed. It's fascinating to learn with them. I truly believe the lessons they teach are far deeper than any lesson we could learn from books.
ReplyDeleteAlso, cute card!
this is truly a great cause. I have done a lot of research on autism because my son's teacher thought he was on the spectrum. It wasn't the case, but we did look a lot into it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great post and giveaway!!!
ReplyDeleteDanielle
wilkinsons2@gmail.com
what a great giveaway in honor of our too often forgotten population
ReplyDeletethanks for bringing the awareness to light
ReplyDeleteGreat cause thanks for the information. Love the card.
ReplyDeleteJanette P
platts2011@hotmail.com
Thank you for this information about autism! I'd never heard of autism before my cousin was diagnosed as a young boy. He is now 34 and lives in a special home.
ReplyDeleteI remember playing with my cousin when he was a toddler - what an adorable child, and he would interact so well with us! But then things changed...I wish now that his behaviors could have been labeled earlier. Who knows what kind of impact early intervention could've made?
Thank you for helping to spread the message to help more people be aware of autism!
Thank you for all you do to educate us all. As a teacher I know that education is powerful.
ReplyDeleteThank you for share a little piece of your life and raising awareness about Autisim. Love your card and I'm sure you're son will too!
ReplyDeleteHugs~Kim
tandkparker at comcast dot net
Great card! I went over to your husband's blog & WOW! Definitely opens my eyes! Thanks for sharing!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to get the word out....Your son is precious with all those webkinz surronding him. Sending prayers to those who are affected by Autism. They are special indeed.
ReplyDeletesmiles...always, Tammy
I love your card! Such a great awareness campaign! I use to be an instr. aide mainstreaming an Asperger's child through a normal school...K thru 3rd grade...It was such an exciting, emotional, fulfilling experience! Thanks for sharing and making us all aware!
ReplyDeletetanya
thomfam@inreach.com
THank you for participating in this blog hop. Our 10 year old son is nonverbal severe Autistic. He's the love of our life and AWESOME! Love the card!!! Thanks for the chance at your candy. YUM!
ReplyDeletebmkscraps@aol.com
What a wonderful way to make the community aware!
ReplyDeleteI have a family member in his 40s who was recently diagnosed with aspbergers. Knowing about this has helped us all to understand him. It is great that awareness has grown and that so many children and families are getting help. I would love to win the pink ATG gun- they are so great.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being in this hop Joy! Love your card for your son! I might need to get that lite!
ReplyDeleteWow Joy!!! I have that same life!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Laura
Always
Unique
Totally
Interesting
Sometimes
Mysterious Yes this describes my kid!
Thank you for sharing your personal experience and for helping to educate and raise awareness. What a beautiful little man and how lucky he is to have such loving parents!! AJ
ReplyDeletequeenofmynest(at)gmail(dot)com
Your son is adorable! Thanks for spotlighting autism. Thanks for a great blog hop and a great give away!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this card - love it. Thanks for your participation in this to reminder everyone of this condition.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat card and what a nice looking young man you have! Wonderful cause-autism is one of those things that is so often misunderstood. TFS !
ReplyDeleteKathie
kathlee154atgmaildotcom
http://kathleessnippitsncricuts.blogspot.com
Autism needs more focus and awareness for sure. Thank you for participating in this blog hop. I love your card. God Bless :)
ReplyDeleteCindy Womack Madison's mom- funkycards.blogspot.com
what an awesome blog.. TFS your cute card. I will have to check out your husband blog, thanks for sharing the link.
ReplyDeletetracy
NYGIRL1994 at yahoo dot
Joy no words can say what it means to have families like yours who show how love and courage can help others in their own lives.
ReplyDeletemommajo tholladay001@woh.rr.com
Glad to be apart of your blog hop. Its a good reason to enlighten computerland. ssnheinz@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteYour son is adorable! Thanks for the chance to win the ATG, it would be a great addition to my studio.
ReplyDeleteMy son has special needs and is not very high functioning, I love to meet fellow travelers along this this unique road we travel. Thanks for the chance to win!!
ReplyDeleteMandykirk@hotmail.com
Taliking, sharing, hand in hand we can help those touched by Autism. Thanks for the Information and for putting out the word......
ReplyDeleteCathy
callicoatcat@yahoo.com
Hope you had alot of participation with your autism awareness day. Love the idea of a pink adhesive gun.
ReplyDeleteLike you I to have a son with high functioning autism. He was DX when he was 3 yrs old and now he is 10 1/2 yrs old. He id doing so good in school. He is in a main stream class and I am so proud of him. i love your card! Great job!
ReplyDeleteJoy, your card is awesome and your son is precious. Thanks for enlightening us and sharing the information.--Ryansmaama
ReplyDeletegkburrow@cmaaccess.com
what a cutie!!! hugs!
ReplyDeleteJoy,
ReplyDeleteI have been following you for quit a while now, and this is the first I heard of your son. I am sure that it must have been devastating for you when he was first diagnosed with autism. I just can't imagine. But after reading some of your husbands blog and knowing how sweet your personality is, I know that you are both doing a wonderful job of raising both of your kids. Having never dealt with any child with autism, I am curious and plan to do some research. I have 17 month twin granddaughters that I have been so blessed with and really need to know signs to watch for. It is my understanding that they can be several years old before you actually know of this condition. Thanks for bringing awareness to us all. Great cause. I will be looking for the blue lights.
Marcie
Love your card.. great job! Its nice to see that so many people have such a great outlook on Autism.. a lot of people wouldn't want to talk about it and wouldn't embrace it the way that you and your family seem to :) Thank you for spreading the word and have a great day!
ReplyDelete-jamie
babyblueangel_30@yahoo.com
So glad you all are putting on this awareness hop! Your card is awesome :)
ReplyDeleteAs a teacher I have taught many wonderful children with Autism- early diagnosis and awareness are essential!
ReplyDeletePrayer never hurts either!
God Bless and thanks for sharing!
Bernadette
I'm glad more poeple are getting informed about Autism, and I love the blog hop theme!
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful post/blog hop. Thanks to all for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis is a fabulous hop on Autism Awareness!! Very informative! I am lighting up my house blue.
ReplyDeleteYour card is great!! TFS~
jmahugger at yahoo dot com
My son also has high functioning autism. It's been a challenging nine years, but a blessing as well! Love you Ty!
ReplyDeleteThank you for bringing awareness to autism through your creative spirit!! The card is awesome!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the Autism information and your beautiful card for your son.
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing!! loving this blog.. I"m a special needs teacher and i have several students with AU. Its most definately a challenge for them and ME! But each and everyday I see improvement in my students and that makes me happy!! thanks for bringing the awareness out!!
ReplyDeletefun card
ReplyDeletethanks for loving your boy
What a great way to bring recognition to this condition! My boss has a son with Aspergers & she shares all the ups and downs with me, so I may know a little of what life may be like for you and your family. Bless you for doing this hop, so that others can be educated about Autism. Your card says it all for a parent.
ReplyDeletewendydotroos2boysatgmaildotcom
Your son is adorable, thanks for shining a light on Autism! Great card, luv it! TFS
ReplyDeletesuella11@yahoo.com
what a great project and thanks for all the useful information joy!
ReplyDeleteMy five year old has Autism and I have to say it's really encouraging for me to see a blog hop with Autism Awareness as it's focus. Makes me want to cry.
ReplyDeleteOn another note: great giveaway, I sure have been wishing I could afford an ATG. *fingers crossed*
Thanks for this!
-missynjohnson@yahoo.com
Autism affects so many of us...and in many different ways. My 24 year old daughter is diagnosed with both autism and mental retardation. While there have been many trying times, there have been an equal number of joy in the little accomplishments. Good luck one and all.
ReplyDeleteConnie
Thank you for this informative information, I know several parents who are learning everyday and could use stories like yours for encouragement
ReplyDelete{{{{NJ hugs }}}\
-christine
Thank you for sharing your card. What a great way to bring awareness to autism. Thank you for the chance to win some blog candy.
ReplyDeletequeta_r21@msn.com
Would love to have a pink atr, thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteHere is a shot from my apartment in Toronto of the CN Tower
ReplyDeletehttp://warmnwonderful.blogspot.com/2011/04/world-autism-awareness-day.html
fingers crossed, thanks!
ReplyDeletemymoa4@yahoo.com
Thanks so much for a chance to win. I have learned so much from you.
ReplyDeleteYour son is adorable! Thanks so much for the links with the information so we can become more aware of this situation. Blessings to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteKathryn
Great card. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing. My non-verbal son is 3 1/2 and has a educational diagnosis of autism. We are in the process of getting his medical dx of autism. Monday will be his final appt. to complete the ADOS. We've already been told by the medical Dr. that he for sure is autistic, but for insurance purposes and tx. we need to do the ADOS (the Dr. had to reschedule on us due to her child being sick). Currently he receives ESCE through the public school, and OT once a week. My husband and I will be relieved to finally have the dx so get the services our son so desperately needs. I'm happy that you were able to share your story too! What a long journey it has been and I'm happy there is so much support available. I can't imagine going through this without it! I just took my son to see the movie Hop at the AMC sensory friendly film, what a great experience that was this morning! For more about these films in your area check out Autism Society of America's website!
ReplyDeleteCute card! Love it! Your son is so cute and lucky to be surounded by great people.
ReplyDeleteI think all of us know of someone afflicted with autism. This is a great idea to build more awareness. Every lil bit helps
ReplyDeleteGreat card! My friend has autistic identical twin boys...which was really hard when they were younger, but now it's really a blessing that they have each other.
ReplyDeleteMary K Ware
Thanks for all the info on autism. I didn't know that much about it. I like your card and I'm sure your son did also.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing your story and the site! I have a friend who's son, daughter and husband have just been diagnosed with Asperger's I will definitely have to pass this site on to her.
ReplyDeleteLove your card! It's great to see someone in the hop that deals with Autism on a daily basis...Thank you for sharing your story with us! The info you've given is great! I agree that more people need to be aware of what Autism means not only to the child but to the family as a whole. God bless your family!
ReplyDelete~Kimi
kmbrlysue22 at yahoo dot com
I love the fact that you are getting the word out about this
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for all the GREAT info and LOVE your card! Your son is so handsome:-) Thank you for sharinf. disneynut4life at yahoo dot com
ReplyDeleteWhat a great card for a great little boy! I commend all of you for having this hop to raise awareness. Autism affects so many young lives and the fact that it is increasing instead of decreasing is worrisome in itself. Thanks for sharing your story and for offering a chance to win your blog candy.
ReplyDeleteAnne
anniebeescraftroom@gmail.com
What a great card for a great little boy! I commend all of you for having this hop to raise awareness. Autism affects so many young lives and the fact that it is increasing instead of decreasing is worrisome in itself. Thanks for sharing your story and for offering a chance to win your blog candy.
ReplyDeleteAnne
anniebeescraftroom@gmail.com
Your son is adorable and I am sure he is awesome like his card says! Thank you for bringing Autism awareness to the forefront.
ReplyDeletesassyscraps1@yahoo.com
I am really drawn to all of this information because I have an intuition that my amazing 6 y.o. son may have some issues. My dh hates it when I even question certain behaviors. He has done the rocking thing since he was a baby and has meltdowns and extreme mood changes and some difficulties socially. Most people and dr.s seem to dismiss my feelings. Thank you for this info.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your son and your card with us!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing your story and bringing awareness to autism. The card and the meaningful discussions of others with children, is so moving, and even theraputic. This is priceless.
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome you are having a give away to help raise the awareness of Autism! My Nephew is Autistic and is the most amazing young man in the world! THANK YOU for your help is informing the world our these amazing children and adults!
ReplyDeleteReally a great card!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for participating in this. All the awareness for autism the better:)
ReplyDeleteYour son is adorable! I look forward to reading your DH's blog. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAnn
Kudos to your for supporting Autism awareness & for sharing your own story.
ReplyDeleteThis has been a great hop, and a great way to raise awareness, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the Support.
ReplyDeleteI will be having some Autism Giveaways on my blog soon
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What a great cause to support!!! Autism effects tons of people everyday thanks to your family for sharing your struggle and successes on your hubby's blog!! Awesome card also!! Tfs
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Thank you for the information links. My sister is a respite caregiver for several families with children that are Autistic,and i think the link you provided maybe helpful for her.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing!
Thank you for such insight and "awesome" card. The picture of your little is guy is adorable too! I am looking forward to hopping along to see the other projects. I also plan to visit your husband's blog. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteHow sweet of you all to do a blog hop to bring awareness about autism. I love your card for your son. Hugs- Glora
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Joy, What a great card! Your little boy is just adorable. Hope you have a wonderful weekend. Take care! jan97m@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteThis is an awesome idea for a blog hop to bring awareness to autism. Thank you for sharing the links and a you made a great card. Thanks for the chance to win.
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This is a great hop to get more to learn about the awareness of autism. I have a nephew with autism to.
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Debby
What a great card to represent your son. It is truly awesome!
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I love it! Thank you for all the great links! I have you bookmarked! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Joy for posting this Autism Awareness. I'm a follower of your blog and enjoy visiting your blog every day.
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I had no idea about your son. He is so cute! :) Knowing a couple people affected by Autism, this is a great cause! Thanks for the awareness. JenBrierley2 at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice way to honor autism and bring light to the areas of need. Great job!
ReplyDeleteKristen
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Your son is really adorable & he's lucky he has special parents!
ReplyDeleteThanks for participating in spreading awareness of autism. Your card was very sweet.
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Cute card for a special boy~
ReplyDeleteGreat card and thank you for all of the information.
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Super Cute Card! What an awesome blog hop for a great cause! TFS
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This is such a worthwhile cause. I'm sending positive thoughts and prayers for your continued success with this disorder. Robbie is a doll.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great thing you're doing by spreading the word out about autism by this blog hop! What a cute little guy you have!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great card!!!!
ReplyDeleteWonderful card! I am a retired first grade teacher. I can relate. This is a wonderful cause. I am so happy that more people are learning about this and understanding how little we know about how our brains work and how much we need to learn and are learning from these amazing children.
ReplyDeleteWonderful card and Sentiment... Thank you so much for all the information... Thanks for sharing!!!
ReplyDelete--Robin
Thanks for bringing awareness to autism.
ReplyDeleteYesterday I met a woman with a son who has autism. What a wonderful cause to bring inti light and offer support to. Thank you for the chance to win. I love the card.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the links. My daughter is helping her boyfriend raise his son who is high functioning autistic . They face many challenges daily since he is a teenager with normal teenage "things" mixed with his other issues. I have forwarded the links to her since there might be something there to help. Thanks again......Praying that your son does well as he growns up. He sure is cute ! Oh, and thanks for the chance to win the ATG.
ReplyDeleteRobbie is adorble! Thanks for sharing his picture. Your post is a great tribute.
ReplyDeleteAs a school principal, I want to applaude you as a parent for sharing your child's life with us. I read and read and read and yet I know I'll never truly understand what you go through, both trial and tribulations, because I do not have a biological child with autism. I do, however, have my children at school and they are such a blessing. Kudos to you and your family! sonyagilley@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteYou have a very handsome young man there. You can tell he is the light in your life. God bless you and yours!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Joy, for providing this information. I am learning a great deal about autism from this blog hop.
ReplyDeleteMy nephew has autism and it was not diagnosed until 5th grade. It was a rollercoaster ride for so many years. He is doing "ok" right now, but this is a condition even myself as an RN couldn't see. I am so grateful for the support we have received
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful hop! Love your project. TFS
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I have to say that you are an imspiration in so MANY ways! Thank you so much for sharing all that you do. We learn so very much from you!
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Thank you for bringing a very serious concern to the forefront. I had heard the statistic the other day of 1 in 100 children - that is just way too many. Thank you also for the chance to win an ATG gun. I have been wanting one for the longest time - I don't live near a Michaels, Hobby Lobby, JoAnns, Archivers or any other type of scrapbook store :( So hopefully my luck stars will align.
ReplyDeleteJudging by the number of people who commented... you have definately done a great job of getting the awareness out!! Thanks so much!!
ReplyDeleteRobbie is such a beautiful blessing. And so is his mama for sharing him with us and for sharing her talents and most of all her time. We love you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great give away! Nice way to remind everyone to keep Autism in the fore front! Beth
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