Word is Spreading
Mikey used his journal to share about baseball early in the season. Then, he shared that a few friends had shown up to be his buddies. By this point in the season, word was spreading and new, different friends were joining the fun!
My Thoughts
Kids have good hearts. They want to help and connect with other kids. Mikey’s journal gave them a window into his life and examples of how other people were helping.
My Gratitude
I am deeply thankful for these kids. They made Michael’s childhood one of connection and inclusion. He felt valued and seen. This momma is forever grateful!
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About the Author
Erica Mauro is a mom to two teenage boys, Will who is neurotypical and Michael with Autism and cognitive delays. She holds a BA in Psychology from Colgate University and a Masters of Psychology in Education from Columbia Teacher’s College. Before staying home with her children, she worked as an elementary school teacher. For five years, she served on the Board of Directors of the Molly Ann Tango Memorial Foundation, a charity dedicated to enriching the lives of children with special needs. In partnership with her husband Dave, she aspires to parent by using daily life as an opportunity for therapeutic intervention, seizing on real experiences as opportunities to build skills and strategies for Michael in a joyful, loving home environment. On the tougher early days, she just tried to get everyone safely to bedtime and start fresh in the morning. *wink* 
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