Q & A
“ In what ways
does your family
support you? ”
“Love me and allow me to be myself is the
best way to support me. My mom and sister
love the person I am unconditionally. That has
meant a lot in my life. Having friends allowed
me to be unique, outgoing and caring. Being
part of a sub-culture, Bronies allowed me to
improve my social skills to the point where I
am beyond amazed of how much better I have
gotten dealing with people of all walks. I’m
not afraid or shy of our diverse society. I am
confident, happy, and my existence is fulfill-
ing. Currently, I’m learning fashion at Mesa
Community College, where I am free to be
creative and artistic while learning new skills.
And the best part: I can work for myself and
teach others within the autistic community.
All of this is possible because my family and
friends care and love me. Just as important is
loving myself, as I love others, and my autism,
for it is who I am, an identity where I am just
free to be creative, unique and myself. I don’t
let limitations and autism define the person I
am.” - Amanda F.
“My family supports me by having me interact
with other autistic people at the Coffee House
and learning to write and act at the theater
horizon.” - Adam K.
“My mom might be autistic too, and she