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
Jonah has taught us so much about parenting.
Jonah has taught us so much about parenting. You see, I had a preconceived notion of what "parenting" looked like, even…
I could get used to Jonah cleaning up all his messes (video)
I could get used to Jonah cleaning up all his messes. Original Facebook Post.
Jonah got out of the back yard. I didn’t notice.
I'm hesitant to post this, but it's too important not to. Talk to your neighbors about your child's autism and the…
2017 – A Day in the life… (video)
Went to the park with the boys. Sometimes these trips are hit or miss, depending on who else is there. Jonah has a…
What treat foods have you have you had a tough time getting your kid to eat?
What treat foods have you have you had a tough time getting your kid to eat? What lengths have you gone to get them to…
Guided Access! (video)
iPhone/iPad users! I don't know how many times I have had apps deleted, or photos deleted (OR SHARED!) when my kids…
When someone tells you your Ausome child has “too much screen time.” (video)
I don't even know where to start with the advantages Jonah has gained because of things he watches through a "screen."…
We have been working hard on imitation… (video)
We have been working hard on imitation. Look at his progress!! #ALLvictories Original Facebook Post.
As Ausome parents, we learn to speak the language of our kids…
As Ausome parents, we learn to speak the language of our kids. Non-verbal cues are a much larger part of communication…
Hey Everyone! Where …
Hey Everyone! Where in the world do you live? For those of you who don't know, this is me (Jason) and my wife. We are…
Jonah cleaned up the floor by himself! (video)
Last night while Jonah was pulling the milk out, he spilled an entire pitcher of juice. He said "uh-oh!" I was already…
Parenting kids with different needs…
Parenting kids with different needs can be difficult sometimes. We will react differently for each kid in the same…
“The A Word”
When my sister and I go to movies or watch shows, we tend to critique what we are watching (sometimes DURING the…
The first thing I think when I get home from a trip…
The first thing I think when I get home from a trip... "Open all the windows in this house. These cats... are…