Sawyer, My Brother and your Brother are Both Autistic
A few weeks ago, Sawyer received a handwritten letter in the mail from a boy named Dylan. He is 13. He has a brother with autism too.
I sobbed when I read it.
This little boy’s letter started a conversation I have been so desperately wanting to have with my son.
Thank you Dylan and his mom.
Take a read.
Dear Sawyer,
My name is Dylan and I am 13 years old and live in Texas.
My mom watches your mom on the computer.
She told me about you and your brother’s and we have a lot in common.
My brother and your brother are both autistic.
While my brother Landon is a little older, I know how hard it is sometimes to have a brother with autism.
I want you to know that it’s ok to feel mad, sad, and upset because he is different but it’s also funny, happy and fun.
He will drive you crazy with his meltdowns and screaming but on the good days, it will be good.
He will be good and bad but as he gets older things will get better and you will love him more every day.
My brother and I play babies because that’s what he likes, we swim because that’s what he likes.
Just know you are not alone.
I understand.
If you ever need anything just write me.
Dylan
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