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Listen to My Voice

Listen to My Voice In an interview with NPR’s A Closer Look, my son, Jacob, and I talk about living with autism. During our interview we talk about many aspects of our lives, but one theme is reoccurring – a sense of belonging.  Jacob and I both speak of not having a place to fit into… Read More Listen to My Voice

2016-05-012016-12-28 thelauranadine1 Comment

Not Autistic Enough

I have given at least 100 presentations on living with autism to crowds of all sizes.  My most requested presentation is entitled Let Me Fall.  I begin with a preview of a documentary made about me called The Shadow Listener, and then introduce myself as being autistic.   I talk about growing up with autism,… Read More Not Autistic Enough

2016-04-282016-12-28 thelauranadineLeave a comment

The Tiny Rowboat

Coexisting with my neurological roommate, autism. While traveling with friends this past week, I got to visit a lakeside park in Toronto.  We walked down a gravel path and onto a small beach that was nestled into a sheer rock cliff. The clean, crisp strength of the rock gently draws the eyes around the cove,… Read More The Tiny Rowboat

2015-11-272015-11-28 thelauranadine2 Comments

Struggling to Understand an Over-Politicized Nation

I do not usually talk about politics, but I find myself in a precarious position today. Many issues we face as humans have somehow become political, when they are ethical, personal, or simply in regard to human survival. I believe these issues are; the arts, the environment, education, and health. We as a society seem… Read More Struggling to Understand an Over-Politicized Nation

2014-06-242014-06-24 thelauranadineLeave a comment

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Found the spot for my first sledding adventure. Now, to procure a sled. I love the snow!
Happy Valentine’s Day.
It was a pleasure composing the music for the film LISTEN. The film features autistic advocates who use alternative communication. To reflect that, I created the percussive sounds of the soundtrack by tapping on a board used by my nonspeaking students to compose music. Watch the movie on the @communication_first website. #LISTEN #listentononspeakers
When creating something new, I need to see all of my ideas so I can interact with them. Similar to putting paint chips up in a room before choosing a colour, seeing my ideas out helps me organize the mental clutter.
Faust is taking Chey’s class for him.
Exactly one year ago today, we became permanent residents. Can’t wait to see what year two brings. Thank you, Brian @aspireathlete for your support and for making it all possible!

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