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A Parent's Journey

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Gayatri Vathsan

Grace

“Little one, won’t you smile for me?” Her eyes twinkled, and her smile held more warmth than the summer night outside. Her hands held Krishna’s firmly, but gent…

13 March 2025Read More →
Gayatri Vathsan

When Helplessness Peaks

Watching your child hurt themself takes your feeling of helplessness as a parent to a different level. Krishna had a horrible weekend, and so did his parents. H…

10 March 2025Read More →
Gayatri Vathsan

Parenting Is Tough

Parenting is tough. Parenting an autistic child who cannot express themselves is an order of magnitude tougher. And there is no book or guide to walk you throug…

3 February 2025Read More →
Gayatri Vathsan

How Are You Coping?

“How are you coping?” Such a simple question, isn’t it? And yet, when it was asked, I found that I didn’t know how to answer it, because the words rose and then…

9 January 2025Read More →