UPCOMING EVENTS
Kidsfaire America's Family ExpoSeptember 19-20, 2009 10:00am-5:00pm Autism 2 Awesome, Inc. will be an exhibitor at Kidsfaire America's Family Expo at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Prizes will include Autism 2 Awesome t-shirts, Bears 2 Care Bags and our first children's book "Daddy & Me". Regular admission is $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children ages 2-12. Be sure to visit this page to print a form for discount tickets!
|
|
SUBMISSIONS
We are always accepting submissions and feedback!
If you have any articles, inspirational writing, web pages, images or feedback that you would like to share with us, please do not hesitate to submit it to:
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
note: if submitting a work that is not your own, please also give us the contact information and/or a website so that we may give proper credit to both you and the creator!
|
|
| Dear Supporters,
In this issue, we bring your attention to the link between increased rates of autism and the declining population of males. Also included is information about the pre-sale of our children's book "Daddy & Me" as well as information about an upcoming event in September.
|
|
A Little Inspiration
At Autism 2 Awesome, we believe that a little inspiration can make a world of difference and have included a little something that has inspired us in the hopes that it can do the same for you.
Charlie's Eyes
I am angry when you don't understand me.
My rage consumes me.
I have no words for your ears to hear. So I scream. And scream. And scream.
My rage consumes me.
Maybe, if I hit and bang and throw, you will understand.
My rage consumes me.
Can you hear me now?
Love me.
Love me as I am.
That is how I love you.
Love me beyond the stares of the unknowing.
They are in your world.
Love me in mine.
-Angela
This month's inspiration is but a snippet of a larger poem. Please read it here. A larger collection of poems and inspirational writings can be found at Love is Patient: Autism Poetry and Writing.
|
|
The Disappearing Male
"The Disappearing Male" is a forty-four minute documentary which takes a look at the effect toxins commonly found in our world have had on the male reproductive system. In addition to genital deformities and reproductive abnormalities, "The Disappearing Male" also discusses how these chemicals (found everywhere, from shampoo to baby bottles and more) are suspected to have led to a higher incidence of ADHD, autism, Tourette's syndrome, cerebral palsy and dyslexia.
The documentary was originally created by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and more information may be found at their website. We would also like to suggest that you visit some of their extra features, including background information about the chemicals discussed within the film, the endocrine system, and a fact sheet about male infertility.
If you have difficulty viewing the documentary from CBC's website, here are some alternate links:
ScienceStage.com
Google Videos
|
Daddy & Me
For a little treat, we have included the first page of "Daddy & Me", a children's book written by Autism 2 Awesome, Inc. president and founder K.L. Brooks and illustrated by Mike Motz. The book contains twelve pages of activities for a father and son and will be available for pre-order through the website on August 20th, 2009. The pre-sale is $9.99 including shipping and handling and the book's official release date is October 1st, 2009. |
Ask Mr. Dad
Armin Brott, or Mr. Dad, is committed to providing information to fathers with children of various ages by answering questions directly from the fathers themselves.
We found this question about reducing strain in families with children with special needs interesting, particularly when he discusses resources for support and the importance of fathers playing and communicating with their children.
"Researchers at the University of Florida did a study where they taught dads to use everyday activities like building blocks, puppets, cars and trucks, and bubbles to connect with their autistic children..."
Find out the results of this study by reading Mr. Dad!
|
Juice Plus
Do you eat enough fruits and vegetables every day? Do your loved ones?
You may be interested in Juice Plus+, a simple and convenient way to make sure that your body gets the nutrition it needs.
For more information about this amazing product, visit Juice Plus+!
|
|
|
|
Newsletters 
