Happy World Autism Awareness/Acceptance Day ⠀ Being wrapped up in our cosy little bubble, and the routines of our every day lives, it’s easy to think that there’s a good level of autism awareness out there. ⠀ But once I step outside of that, it often becomes clear pretty quickly that isn’t the case. (The comments section on my posts lately are a testament to that) ⠀ Awareness is only the start though. Greater understanding, inclusion and acceptance is what we really need. ⠀ Which is why I share on here. An honest insight of what our lives are like, the highs and the lows, the mistakes, and lessons I learn along the way. ⠀ In the hope that I might be able to make a difference. To correct some of the misinformation that’s out there, challenge the stereotypes, whilst helping families realise they’re not alone. ⠀ To make life a little easier for Tommy, for Jude, and hopefully, in turn, for other autistic people too. ⠀ Today is a great day for raising awareness, demanding better understanding, inclusion, and fighting for change. But so are the other 364 days in the year too. So that’s what we’ll keep doing ❤️ #worldautismawarenessday #autismacceptance #autismparents #autismfamily