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Are you Jealous? How many emotions do family members dealing with Autism go through in a day. Then I was thinking how many do we bury? It is great to talk. It is even better to talk to your partner. What Happens when the pipes flowing Communication get clogged with artery sludge of pent up unspoken emotions. Today I would like to talk about Jealousy. Remember this is from the perspective of a man that many say is unable to process and understand the emotions of those around me.
Let's cover the all the bases. Please let me know if I leave any out.... I am jealous of that guy down the street with the Hummer in the driveway and the one the other way with the brand new Mercedes SUV. How exactly do people afford that in this economy? I am jealous of the houses many people have. So many rooms and so many bathrooms. Who is cleaning all of that? I am jealous of those Norman Rockwell images of Thanksgiving. All smiles and GrandDad carving a Turkey? Does that really Happen? I know the Bible tells us not to covet our neighbors stuff, but I think most of us have at some time or another.
Ok, I am avoiding the subject. That truly vicious stuff that is ruining families and marriages. Pent up frustrations. As a family dealing with Autism in 2011 you will have given up more than stuff. You will have given up Careers, Sleep, Starbucks, Marriages, Partners, Dates, Vacations, Family moments, and intimate times. I am sorry that all of that has happened over the years but we must let go and move on to survive. Nobody has a playbook for Autism.
I am not sure anybody could write a playbook. All of our loved ones span such a large spectrum of needs and now ages. Yes, there is a little more support, knowledge and help but things are still out of whack. Yesterday, I was very frustrated when a local newspaper ran a story about an expert flying to India to teach families and provide resources. We live about 20 miles away in rural Illinois and have never had support or resources like that. It is time for equity. I digress... Sorry http://www.news-gazette.com/news/health/health-care/2010-11-27/teacher-h...
See how easy it is to get off topic. I am just saying Forgive, Forget, Listen and love. Create your own holiday spirit this season. All my Love and Prayers for You and your family TannersDad Tim Welsh Autism and Vaccine safety Advocate.

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What can you do today...
If you are a parent... Love your child unconditionally. Do not let your child feel they are any less because they cannot communicate the way we do or look after themselves. Do not forget to look after yourself and your significant other. ( If you don't have one find one...There is someone out there for everyone. You deserved to be loved also). Join a church. Speak to your friends. Keep up the good fight.
If you are Friend... If you have resources please consider supporting Generation Rescue as they move the agenda towards services and support programs. If you do not have financial resources provide respite services... Babysit, go with a parent to the grocery store, or running errands. Be there to listen.
If you are a Parent dealing with a loved one on the Autism Spectrum Protect them with Layers and Layers of love, information, fences and locks. Go to www.awaare.org and http://www.masonallenmedlamfoundation.webs.com/ Learn and support.
If you are in the medical community it is time to wake up and do something...
If you are in the insurance industry it is time to make the people responsible pay...
if you are in the media it time to tell the truth...
If you are in the government it is time act...
If you are in education it is time to educate...
If you are in a religious community it is time to rally the troops to support families...
If you are involved in a Autism group please invite them to join the Move to Heal Autism By 2030 (MTHA)
If you are in contact with amanda peet and have a child with Autism invite her over to experience our lives first hand and but out of our childrens and the future of others children.
If you are impacted by autism (that means you are part of the human race) Join me in the fight. Join the social media world with your own cause or mine. Make a difference in our world. now. State your change! Then make it happen.
If you happen to have some sleeping pills, sleep ideas for children with autism, or want to come spend the night let me know.... I need a nap.
Say a prayer for all those dealing or not dealing with their "Autism Like" conditions.
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If you are in the pharmaceutical industry it is time to pray...
If you or a family member in the Military are impacted by Autism help me promote a meeting between Angela Warner from www.AutismSalutes.com and Michelle Obama http://tinyurl.com/m9r8ws
People it is just time to deal with Autism....
How much longer…
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