The New Mom

Do you remember being that new mom in the club? Your child newly diagnosed, your eyes welling with with tears. Frantically taking notes, writing down suggestions about therapies, doctors...trying to stay centered in a new world.

I asked her where she lived and was relieved by her answer...she was in one of the best school districts in the area. Not the one we live in.

I told her never ever give up, that anything and everything is possible. I told her that once upon a time I was told my son was autistic. Then I was told he wasn't autistic enough. I mentioned the problems with the schools, teachers, courts and how my son was treated. I told her never give up because she will know her child best, because anything and everything is possible. I told her that I am now the mom of a young man that is advocating for himself, a straight A student, is compassionate and witty, has friends and goals. And besides, all the cool kids have autism.

But yeah, I remember being that new mom, and so do all the others that meet the second Sunday of the month.

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