My daughter, Gracie was 4 when she was diagnosed with Autism. I didn't know much about it nor have I ever really heard much about it. Once we got the diagnosis I did as much research as I possibly could and learned so much. Sometimes while reading something i would have a moment of ah-ha... I started understanding her and realizing where she was coming from. We started therapy right after we got the answer of what was wrong. She has come such a long way and is my little warrior. She is the most inspiring, happy, caring, bubbly little girl. Once you meet her no one forgets her. We were at dinner once and she said to me "mommy I know I'm not like other kids and it use to make me feel sad, but god made me special and smarter right mommy?" My heart melted. Everyday of my life with Grace is a blessing and she inspires me to be so much more than I ever imagined.

Jess Dawson
Middletown, OH