Even though Mother’s Day was four days ago, I think it would be good to share what can be the outcome of an Aspie mom raising an NT daughter. Here are her own words written to me in the card I received this past Mother’s Day:
“Mom, I feel so lucky that God has blessed us with such a close relationship. I could put all my ‘friends’ I’ve ever made together and it still wouldn’t be as close of a relationship. I love sharing books and movies with you in this world and I think we will be best friends in the next ~ I love you.”
My daughter has made many friends in her 26 years of living, so for her to say what she did touches me deeply. The card she chose says, “Thank you for all your wisdom, all your guidance, all your prayers. You are a gift from God. Happy Mother’s Day.”
I hope this post brings encouragement to all the other Aspie moms out there who might be struggling through the difficult times of child rearing, especially under the extra burdens brought on by those who mistakenly think that a neurotypical parent can do a better job at raising children than an Aspie.
