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I talk about Autism, a lot

Dear Kate:  A Little Girl Answers Your Questions About Autism (The Saucy Entries)

3/21/2014

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Dear Kate,

Why must I we always make so many exceptions for you?  I understand you have sensitivities but, come on. Now, I'm an asshole if I want to go to a nice restaurant and enjoy some peace and quiet? This doesn't seem fair, does it?  I just wish someone would think of my comfort for once.

Sincerely,

Tired of Accommodating Everyone


Dear Tired,

I hear you.  I do.  I just don't give a damn.  I accommodate the hell out of the world all day long when I bear the overwhelming smells, sights, sounds and ridiculously confusing social norms. Furthermore, I am little and you are big, so in the words of the great Frank Herbert:

If wishes were fishes, we’d all cast nets.


Best, 

Kate


Dear Kate,

I've been around for years longer than you and autism seems to be the flavour of the week, so to speak. When I was growing up you rarely heard about autism.  Don't you think that we are going a little overboard diagnosing every 'difficult' child with autism.  In my day, we would have called you brats and left it at that.

No Disrespect, 


Concerned Citizen



Dear Concerned,

Rather than looking critically at the number of diagnoses surrounding us, use that analytical mind of yours and do some serious autism research for me. Start with some parenting blogs and move on to some current peer-reviewed studies on the subject.  Then we can talk.


Best, 

Kate

Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance.

George Bernard Shaw



Dear Kate, 


I swear, if I hear the word 'autism' one more time, I am going to explode.  


Sincerely,


Balloon Knot


Dear Balloon Knot,


Autism, Autism, Autism, Autism, Autism, Autism, Autism, Autism, Autism, Autism, Autism.

Beware; for I am fearless, and therefore powerful.
Frankenstein, Mary Shelley

14 Comments
Barbara A. Brookbank
3/21/2014 08:35:21 am

Dearest Kate, you rock the world little girl. You shake it up good and see all the idiots fall out! Love you, you are so precious!

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Lara Lin
3/21/2014 09:21:33 am

I am also a mother of an Autistic child! I have been through all lot of embarrassment with melt downs in the stores and public places before he was diagnosed. I now know that there are many people out there that do not understand the whole concept of being Autistic just know that there are many out there that do and support you and what you do.

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Shannon Walsh link
3/21/2014 10:36:15 am

My daughter also has Autism. She is precious, loving, hilarious, rambunctious, and full of fire, even during the rough times. I'm sure you are equally as awesome, and just LOVE reading about your adventures!

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Stephanie Stockton
3/21/2014 11:23:26 pm

The 'Dear Kate' posts are my favorite! I think Kate rocks!

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Tom Irvine
3/21/2014 11:33:27 pm

Hi Kate I have a 2 year old on the spectrum I sure hope she turns out to be something like you. You are awesome. Keep it up and never stop doing your thing and don't worry about the ignorance if others they are not worth your time even though I love how you outwit them all

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Robert Walsh
3/22/2014 12:17:17 am

Dear Kate,

You are beautiful. Your mind, your heart, and your Family. My son, Luke, is the most beautiful little man I know. At just 2 he has been my everyday Amazing and his courage and strength gives me the same so that we feed off each other and move on. Our Family, as a whole(grandparents[3-sets], sisters, Momma, therapists and myself[Big Da Da]) has been nothing but incredible. Keep up the work and may your wonderful spirit shine!

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Vishal link
3/23/2014 05:55:46 pm

"Autism. Autism. Autism. Autism. Autism. Autism."

LOL!

Dear Kate,

You've got the best parents in the world. Give them a kiss on each cheek from my side.

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Anton Slavick
3/24/2014 05:37:05 pm

Topic 1: *Snicker*
Topic 2: *Wide Grin*
Topic 3: *Howling with Laughter*

Ah, dear Kate. Thank you for making my day once again. Rest assured you are a lovely and precious little girl with a commendable family. The snappy responses will certainly be remembered.

I am recommending this website to everyone around me who ever had a gripe with an autistic child or their parents. It certainly tends to change one's perspective.

Well done .. keep it up.

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Christine McNair
4/9/2014 01:54:48 am

Dear Kate,
I am an elementary teacher and have had students with autism in my class before. I try to do my best for them, but there are so many special modifications that can be made. My problem is, not all children with autism are the same (and I'm grateful for each and every one of their differences). What is one piece of advice you would give teachers?

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Shanell Mouland
4/9/2014 02:41:28 am

Never reduce a child/student to a behaviour. Don't speak of them in terms of things they do. Does that make sense? Also, don't look for an antecedent for each behaviour as there may be none. Can you tell I'm not a behaviourist? :)

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Vicki Papacek
4/9/2014 04:48:05 am

I disagree. Sometimes the antecedent may be hard to find, but it is always present. I AM a behaviorist with a 7.5 year old son with autism, and I know all too well what will trigger his meltdowns, such as eating at a new restaurant, but these are things he has to get used to. I use my ABA knowledge to make sure that those meltdowns do not get out of control and last for shorter and shorter periods of time. While Behaviorism and ABA do not have all the answers, they are the MOST useful for my son and my family.

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Shanell Mouland
4/9/2014 04:52:11 am

Glad you're finding success, Vicki. Take Care :)

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Logan Kim
5/7/2014 08:45:00 am

Dear Kate,
So, what's this site about? I was surfing around the site when I came across this site.

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JamieLin(sorrymyspacebarbrokeoff.icanpressenterthough) link
5/9/2014 07:22:10 am

heykate!!!
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i'mreallysorryifyoucan'treadthis,butit'sjustbcmyspacebarkeyfelloffandicantreplaceit...
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jamie

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