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justcallmefran @justcallmefran (9) • United States 31 Dec 06

Being the mother of two children with Asperger's Syndrome, I often have to remind myself to think in literal terms. My kids don't understand figures of speech, take most words literally, can't discuss intangible things. They try...

finding the humor in autistic kids

humorous stories

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justcallmefran My prayers are with you. Although I feel that a hereditary predisposition must also be present with autism, I also agree that thimerosal has triggered autism to near epidemic proportions. My son was diagnosed early (age 5) although we knew something was up...

1 Jan 07

friendster @friendster (18) • Philippines 30 Dec 06

some says that the causes of autism aside from genetic cause are vaccinations and formula milks. what can you say? for you what are the real causes of autism?

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justcallmefran I atrongly believe in the genetic link. We had autism in the world long before immunizations...having said that, however, I do believe that environmental factors, preservatives in vaccines, high mercury levels, have all contributed to the dramatic increase in...

1 Jan 07

sylviekitty @sylviekitty (2083) • United States 30 Dec 06

I am curious to know. (Before or) After you found out that your child had Autism (or any other pervasive developmental disorder), what was something you heard (once or several times) that really angered or offended you? Something...

autism

pervasive developmental disorder

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justcallmefran The most maddening thing said to me when my older child was first diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, was that 'Autism has become the diagnosis du jour'. I wanted to slap her. What made it even more maddening was that it was one of my son's teachers. I...

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justcallmefran @justcallmefran (9) • United States 31 Dec 06

Being the mother of two children with Asperger's Syndrome, I often have to remind myself to think in literal terms. My kids don't understand figures of speech, take most words literally, can't discuss intangible things. They try...

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justcallmefran You are definitely not alone. I see that you are in the United States, as am I. How old is your son? You could request a meeting with your Special Ed. Director of your school district, and request formal evaluations, based on your observations and those of...

1 Jan 07

justcallmefran @justcallmefran (9) • United States 31 Dec 06

Being the mother of two children with Asperger's Syndrome, I often have to remind myself to think in literal terms. My kids don't understand figures of speech, take most words literally, can't discuss intangible things. They try...

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justcallmefran Well wepay, you are certainly welcomed to have an opinion and to express it. But next time you want to insult my intelligence, please try to spell correctly :)

1 Jan 07

jennifer611 @jennifer611 (2514) • United States 31 Dec 06

I remember when I was pregnant for my youngest (I better remember, he is only 2!) I swear I could smell dairy queen vanilla ice cream cones!! and it would make me crave them so bad.. I dont even ever remember being able to...

cravings

pregnancy

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justcallmefran With my first child I craved white pizza with garlic, black olives and anchovies (I don't normally even LIKE anchovies). With my second child I craved american cheese and potato chips (together). I also had a thing with both pregnancies, where I could not...

1 Jan 07

msmamaof2 @msmamaof2 (367) • United States 31 Dec 06

I can hardly believe that 2007 is almost here! Since my little ones are sick (along with us big ones) we'll be hanging out at the house doing fireworks. How are you bringing in the new year?

2007

new year

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justcallmefran We're staying home. We invited a friend and his son over. The friend is going through a nasty divorce, and we didn't want him to be home alone. I made a really nice dinner for all of us, and now they're all watching football games. At midnight, I will...

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cristi20 @cristi20 (2139) • Romania 31 Dec 06

I don't. It seems like i can't shut up.

conflict

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justcallmefran For me it depends on the circumstance. I try to be upfront and honest even when a controversial issue arises...but on the other hand, I keep my mouth shut if I think I will hurt someone with what I say. I guess you have to pick which battles you want to...

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justcallmefran @justcallmefran (9) • United States 31 Dec 06

Being the mother of two children with Asperger's Syndrome, I often have to remind myself to think in literal terms. My kids don't understand figures of speech, take most words literally, can't discuss intangible things. They try...

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