Tag: autism talent
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Portraits of Strength – Matthew Ruhter
From Cartoons to Crops: Matthew Ruhter’s Unexpected Farming Adventure By Rebecca Rachel Moody Black Bear Farm sits on twenty-eight acres of land in Paonia, Colorado. Formerly known as Agape Farm and Retreat, the property once served as a bed and breakfast for visitors to the agricultural community sandwiched between Grand Junction and Glenwood Springs. During… Read more
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On Art, Slot Machines, and Justice for Autistic Employees: An Interview with Tessa McEvoy
With many working autistic adults facing unemployment or underemployment, I’ll admit that sometimes finding another autistic adult who is not only working but loves the work they do can be a little bit like finding a unicorn. Luckily, with a little help from Clain Udy, I didn’t have to look very far for my next… Read more
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“From Changing Him to Changing Us” – Introduction
In September of 1996, my wife gave birth to a 9.2 oz baby boy. In ways, the welcomed entry of our son brought some delightful surprises. Six years had passed between the birth of our daughter, so the mere fact that he was born was a surprise (we didn’t think we could / would have… Read more