Cure for Autism?

Came across a blog tonight that claimed to be a Christian blog about Autism. On this site it said that autism is a curse and that if my child has autism I am not truly trusting God to heal them. 

This really upset me. God made my child  like any other child with unique challenges to overcome, some will take longer to work on. Autism (though hard at times) is part of who God made my son. He is a wonderful creation, a masterpiece in his Father's eyes and a beautiful, loving person. I love who he is and will help him become what God wants him to be.  I could never view my son as a curse. And God sees my heart and has helped me and taught me through my son. No, autism is not a curse.... God has a special purpose for each of us and uses our experiences to reach others. My son's story just includes Autism. 

Hardest part of parenting is...

The hardest part of parenting is the constant changing role of the relationship from total caregiver to slowly letting go so they can become who God intends them to be.

Now that Bryan is in middle school he is exploring his new world which is full of new independence and choices. I remember how exciting and scary that time was for me. Learning about growing up and having friends who grow apart because they too are discovering who they are. 

My prayer is that Chuck and I can be Godly parents who can guide, yet not drive away, our kids. I know there will be days ahead that they both will test boundaries and test out their independence and make bad choices. Praying that they will grow to be independent, strong, loving Godly men. Praying also for their future spouses, because some day they will be important pieces in my boys' lives. Time is going so fast so I treasure the hugs, cuddles and the I love yous.