I know it can be hard some times with the stares and the comments. I just let everyone know .My son has autism and this is the way it is. And thanks for asking for help but I have it. People will be people. Some are sincere and other just want to watch you fail.

I applaud all your hard work. It is not in vain. You keep your chin up. You and I have had some great interchanges, and I respect your intelligence, your wit and your kindness. I am with Cindy, don't let anyone make you feel like you are not doing your all for your kids. Let them walk a minute in your shoes at your house and see how smart they feel then. I am telling you, we moms here are special gals, tougher than most and made of a different mold than your average everyday mom. We put up with more than they could ever fathom. We are not better than them, those that do not understand, but we are better at what we do than they could ever be because we have to be. You hold your head up proudly in town with those beautiful kids of yours. Make a tshirt that says "my kids are autistic, what's your excuse?" I am learning to not let anyone tell me what's best for my kids but me. I know them inside and out, and I am the only one with the patience and endurance to get thru a day with them...so others involved in their lives best just listen to me...because like Cindy says, I am the boss. I can be kind and understanding, but I am getting pretty godd and not taking you know what from anyone anymore these days. We have to be doubly strong for our kids. They look to us to see how we handle things, and if we are letting others bring us down and make us feel small, they will do the same. We are the voice they expect to speak for them, so we better speak up. Big hug coming your way, and you keep on teaching those around you. We are here for you.

I've been at this awhile now. My son is nine. I'd say toughen up. Maybe it's my age but I frankly dont give a sh*t what anybody thinks. I care about my friends (including my ab friends) but they dont judge me. Autism isnt for wimps. God gave us children that cannot speak for themselves (at least mine cant) so I have to be a strong mommy. Im very nice but I will cut you off at the neck if I have to. I've told people off in public. One time in a thrift store I actually said "This is autism" My son isnt a brat. He has autsim and he's having a melt down and I said it loud on purpose. The people that matter understand and everybody else dont matter. They're just taking up space. Let me know if somebody needs bitch lessons lol.