Good news to report! We just had a boy from Liam's class come over to play and I was able to sit back and enjoy watching them play on their own. Liam took charge and showed ALL of his toys and came up with some games to play all on his own. I only had to step in to suggest that his friend doesn't have to play things if he doesn't want to and that's ok. I tell you it went off so well. I am amazed everyday by this little boy who is growing and overcoming so many obstacles.
"It is a misconception that kids with autism don't want to socialize, it's quite the opposite actually. They just don't know how to socialize "naturally" like everyone else. They need to be taught ,in repetition, every scenario possible so they reply with the socially accepted responses."
Waving goodbye to his friend with a little concern on his face. We walked into the house and he had a 10 minute meltdown and then pulled himself together, ate dinner and that was that. I truly can't get over how easy this day was and what a milestone we had today. It seems everyday is a milestone here, all this progress with no regression. I am unbelievably NOT exhausted by this day!
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