Today was my eighth official Father’s Day. Before my son, Mikey, was born I never completely appreciated this annual celebration. But, now, it’s one of my favorite days of the year. I’ve come to realize, though, that this day is kinda backwards. I feel like I should be honoring my son instead. If it weren’t… Read More Celebrating My Son on Father’s Day
In the classic Broadway musical, Oklahoma!, the character Ado Annie Carnes sings “I’m just a girl who cain’t say no.” Her inability to say the word leads to many a romance and causes her poor father, Judge Carnes, constant stress. While I’m not dealing with wild romances, I am a stressed-out father. Partly because my… Read More He’s Just A Boy Who Can’t Say No
Yes, it’s true…the secret to being a great Autism Dad is PB&J. (Wait, why are you opening the cupboard? Put the peanut butter back. Yes, and the jelly.) No, no, you won’t be needing any bread for this. The PB&J I’m talking about is much different…and less sticky. PB&J equals: Patience, Being There, & Joy.… Read More PB&J: THE SECRET TO BEING A GREAT AUTISM DAD
Dan Olawski 