Autism - A Family Journey Contributor(s): Rasmussen, Cindy (Author) |
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ISBN: 1942661428 ISBN-13: 9781942661429 Publisher: Kitsap Publishing OUR PRICE: $19.76 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2017 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Family & Relationships | Autism Spectrum Disorders - Family & Relationships | Parenting - General |
Physical Information: 0.47" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.58 lbs) 224 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Family |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This is a story about one family's journey with an autistic family member, Steven; as told by his mother. It is also Steven's story from birth to the present as a man in his early 40's. Cindy says: "If you are the parent of an autistic child, I also want to share our story with you so that you know that you are not alone. Your journey will be different than ours because every child is an individual and every family is unique. Our story does not have a "happily ever after" ending, but it is a story of hope and encouragement. We have found no perfect solutions, and we made many mistakes along the way, but we have found ways to overcome the obstacles and to find joy and fulfillment in knowing and loving our autistic child. It is my hope that our story will encourage you to also find a rewarding journey in life." For all who read this Cindy would like to leave the message that autism is not just a scary label, it has a face and a personality. She wants you to meet Steven, to get to know him as she and her family do and to learn why they love him and why he brings such joy to their lives and the lives of others. There are many "Stevens" out there, they are not all alike, but by knowing Steven through this story, Cindy hopes to help readers have a greater understanding and acceptance of others like him. |