HI, I'M JASON!
I’ve been writing about parenthood and raising two kids with special needs since I became a father in 2008. Jonny has a rare genetic condition called Kabuki syndrome. Jonah was nonverbal when he was diagnosed with autism in 2016. This blog chronicles our family’s journey together, including the challenges, the victories, and everything in between. I share most of my day-to-day thoughts on Facebook, but you’ll find those stories collected here too.
We are an Ausome Family. We run on an abundance of coffee, loads of patience, a lot of love, and a “Touch of Ausome.”
Thank you for coming on this epic journey with us!
LATEST FROM THE BLOG
Things Jonah has “grown out of…
Things Jonah has “grown out of.” Exhibit A). Jonah used to do this all the time. He no-longer…
There are a lot of wonderful Dads… (video)
There are a lot of wonderful Dads out there and they are grossly under-represented in the Autism parenting community.…
To the Parent of the “Perfect Daughter” in My Son’s Class
Dear parent of a child in my son's class, You didn't see me. I was walking up to pick up my autistic (non-verbal) son…
What is “Autism Awareness?”
As I wade into being a parent of my little Ausome, I am learning that Autism awareness is so much more than a puzzle…
I got up at 4am for no reason.
My former self would not believe what my current self is trying to do right now. Jonah's been sleeping better so I…
So I found a pair of miscreants… (video)
So I found a pair of miscreants in my car creating mischief. Original Facebook Post.
Jojo practicing the alphabet and his letter sounds… (video)
Jojo practicing the alphabet and his letter sounds... his singing voice slightly resembles his "yelling" voice :)…
A big thank you to my family …
A big thank you to my family for taking the kids for the day so my wife and I could have some quality time with other…
What could possibly go wrong, here?
What could possibly go wrong, here? Jonah does this to "get my goat." He laughs when I respond with worry. The fact is,…
So I found a new toy… (video)
So I found a new toy that Jonah adores called the Jolly Penguins. He actually played with this for so long when I…
I’m exhÂÛsted.
I got a legit night of sleep last night (6-ish hours) before Jojo crawled into bed with us. People still tell me that I…
Does anyone out there work from home? (video)
Does anyone out there work from home? I work from home. I also parent WHILE I work. It can get tiring. I do…
What toys are responsible for the most audio-abuse in your household?
What toys are responsible for the most audio-abuse in your household? I would have to say the "ball-popper" is by far…
If there was something you could tell your former self when you started down the journey you are currently on, what would it be?
If there was something you could tell your former self when you started down the journey you are currently on, what…
We need to remember this when seeking support or advice.
We need to remember this when seeking support or advice. No degree is a substitute for experience. And someone else's…
We got to face time …
We got to face time with the cousins today. Jonah thought it was absolutely great! (Both boys did, truth be told).…