I have autism, I am a musician, I am a artist, I can read/write... even graduated high school with a diploma *non modified* and I have not let the stereotypes of judgmental people bring me down. To all the people who have autistic children or know someone with autism... you are their life, you are their hope, and you are their guide... they LOVE every one of you! I find it hard in this world especially with the lack of love. We are all family. I am very lucky to have parents who have stuck with me this entire time. Albeit twenty three short years I have learned a lot. The key I will tell you now, stick with them through bad and good... patience is key. It might not sound very complex... because it isn't. TC

Ty Chism
Portland, OR