Hi! this little man's name is Alex Jae and he is 8 years old. My son was diagnosed with autism at the age of about 18 months. We noticed something was different with Alex because he never made eye contact or pointed at things, he also wasn't talking yet. He started showing signs in he's art abilities. At 18 months Alex, was drawing perfect trees with apples and birds flying in the sky. It's then when I realized he was special. Very scared and anxious I took Alex to get Evaluated and there he was diagnosed with Autism. I was devastated at first because I knew so little about autism, but since then I have learned to appreciate him more and accept he's way of communicating and life. He is so full of joy and creativity and I can't imagine my life without him ever!!! He is my only child and my b.f.f. Alex suffers from a mild case of autism and he's biggest challenges are language and social interaction. I have him in a very special school where the ratios are 4:1 and it has helped him progress enormously, as well as O.T and Speech Therapies when I can afford them, since I can't seem to get government help for him. He loves to play computers, read , and spend time with his family. He is very sweet and loves to kiss ... especially girls !!! He is a true artist and he's passion is drawing animals and Pokemon characters. I have boxes and boxes of drawings... Although Alex's speech is delayed he always manages to ask me for Chicken Nugget Happy Meals from McDonald's every Tuesday since they are $1.99. He's favorite restaurant is Outback and He is infatuated with Pokemon. He has chores and helps me with cooking and groceries...These Kids are a True Blessing <3 Education and Acceptance is key. I am very proud and will pledge to continue learning in this journey with him. ;)

Ximena C. Conejeros
Miami, FL