Tag: Motivation

What have I been up to…

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Phototastic-8_27_2017_1f952fe1-a91c-4f78-bab6-30a360788d46.jpg Hey friends!

Let me first say that “NO” I have not given up on blogging.  With so much that has been going on,  I just haven’t had any free time to sit down and blog.  I have so much to share with you, I don’t even know where to begin.  I won’t go into details right now, but I will say that I have lots of things coming up and you will soon know about every single detail(good or bad).

Now that I am a little bit more settled, I will be blogging every day for the month of October.  “Blogtober” is definitely going to challenge me… but, “I didn’t come this far, to only come this far”.

So get yourself a nice hot cup of tea and join me on this journey… there is still a long road ahead.  I will talk to you tomorrow my friends 💋

N A Waterman is back…

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Aviary Photo_130712803099340412My friends!  it feels like it has been ages since I’ve spoken to you all.  Needless to say, it has been an extremely stressful and busy time.  In life unexpected things come up that we cannot control.  The key is to always keep faith and stay strong.

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Autism Awareness Day…

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April 2nd is Autism Awareness Day!  What do you know about Autism?  Do you know someone who suffers from Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Autism Spectrum Disorder ranges from mild to severe difficulties with their social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. This disorder is more common in males.  Autism appears to have its roots in very early brain development. Signs and symptoms of autism tend to emerge between the ages of 2 and 3 years old.

As some of you may know, my youngest brother was diagnosed with a mild form of Autism around the age of 2.  I am not saying this because I am speaking of my brother, but he is so smart, especially when it comes to computer technology.  As a matter of fact, many of those on the autism spectrum have exceptional abilities in visual skills, music and academic skills.  “About 40 percent have average to above average intellectual abilities.”

You would never know that my brother suffers from autism until you hold a conversation with him.  Sometimes it is hard for him to express verbally what he is trying to say to you and it frustrates him.  When he gets frustrated, he tends to shut down and not want to talk.  Honestly, I cannot blame anyone for feeling that way.  However you cannot let them shutdown and crawl back into their shell.  The key is to keep them engaged.

My youngest brother is the strongest, smartest and friendliest person I know.  I thank GOD that I have him as my brother.  There isn’t one thing I would not do for him.

To read more about Autism Spectrum Disorder, please click on the link below:

https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism

And everyone, do not forget to wear blue today in honor of Autism Awareness Day!!!