Acceptance

April 2nd is World Autism Day. Technically the entire month of April is Autism Acceptance/Awareness month, but honestly, autism isn't something that my family strives to bring awareness and inclusion to just one month out of the year. We fight for acceptance and inclusion daily. 

Can I ask you to do something? 

If you see someone who is different, don't stare or make judgements.  Smile.  Say hi.  Leave space for them to respond and don't get upset if they don't, they may not have their words yet.  Offer to help a parent who may be struggling in a situation with their child- an offer to push their cart of carry their bags may be exactly what they need in that moment.  Teach your children to be inclusive and kind.  Kindness never goes out of style and we all know our world can use more of it.  Teach your children that different is ok, not less, not scary.  Wouldn't life be boring if we were all the same?  We can't break down barriers unless we get involved, learn and grow together.  Embrace different abilities.