Diary of a Beautiful Special Needs Sibling

Imagine having an autistic child and calling it something else for years…. Demonic possession, sickness, illness, madness… That’s the situation of one of my books’ protagonist.   One of my books, All for my beautiful odd boy revolves around a young woman’s battle with understanding her autistic son. This fiction work of art is set in a rural setting where many don’t have an idea of Autism. For many years, this young mother attributes her son’s habits to madness or demonic possession.   This is the case of many children with Autism who are subjected to discrimination because society doesn’t know the true meaning of Autism. Many people may not believe based on the environment they live in, their beliefs and traditions, and their family members. Guess what? This hinders early diagnosis and also further development.  Tobi clocks 22 this year and I could talk about the moments of pain, battles, and raging thoughts on my part but I’m not. I’m going to talk about how Autism chan...

“Do not fear people with Autism, embrace them. Do not spite people with Autism,  unite them. Do not deny people with Autism, accept them. Their abilities will shine.” – Paul Isaacs Ahhh, Autism awareness month.  What does that mean?  Errr, Exactly what it means! The month when we try as much as possible to shed awareness on Autism.  People ask me “Why should we know about Autism?” It’s simple- millions of people are living with Autism and do not know. Millions of families have autistic individuals in their midst but choose to call it something else. Things have to change. Autism is not a death sentence. After diagnosis, the plan is not to lock your child up or hide them from the world. It’s to locate your child or loved one’s strengths and celebrate them! Remi Olutimayin is a self-advocate of Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as a talented voice acting coach. I’ve always been obsessed with his remarkable story and finally got to talk to them. The discussion with him ...

Like every other disorder, the management of Cerebral palsy can be tough on families. Younger children find it difficult to understand behaviors. With older siblings, it can release multiple feelings, such as anxiety and, loneliness.    I love meeting people who share similar feelings and experiences. I also love to find out how they cope with their Special needs family members.    Although my subject of focus has a brother with cerebral palsy and I have a brother with Autism, there are still some similar feelings and experiences.    Just like every Neurotypical sibling out there, Helen is somewhat grateful for the experience.    Ever since I was young, I knew my little brother was not like the other kids. I never knew what the name of the disability was, and not until when I was of age, I became so curious I wanted to know more about it. Each time, my family came for visit to my school, my friend would question me about my brothe...

  It’s the season of love.  Everyone knows that I am a mushy person, and I love love! I love romantic things. Unfortunately, I’m single. But I’ll show love to myself.  Like Joan in girlfriends said,” I will embrace my singlehood.” It’s Valentine’s day! Of course, people treat the day as a day focused on romantic love alone, but generally, it’s a day to show love to everyone! Gone are the days when people with disabilities weren’t allowed to mingle with other members of society.  People with differences find love. They have children and live very fulfilled lives.  Love is not always easy- it comes with problems (I would know). If you’re friends with or dating a person with a disability or a disorder, there are things that you need to know.  Persons with disabilities will want you to know these three things; Have Patience with me Patience is needed daily, with yourself, with your parents, and most importantly, with partners. Caring for persons...