In My Words
Stories of an Autistic Boy
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"I know that a lot of the time, people may have a hard time understanding me and don't think that I understand them. But, I really do understand them." "Not being let into art in eighth grade was just like so many other times in my life. Like when I was a preschooler and many schools not taking me because I didn't fit in. To me this was a way of people telling me I was not good enough." One evening we were at Grandma's for dinner, while in Baton Rouge visiting family. Granddad was brought up and I at the time 7-8 years old made a comment about him. While, everyone at the table in total shock put their forks down got real quiet and looked at me. Grandma said, Robbie have you seen Granddad? I replied "in my room". She went on to ask me what does he look like, I replied "an angel". (Granddad passed away in 1990, before I was born.)
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About the Book
This book is the telling of stories in the life of an autistic boy. Through the written word of Robbie Clark, he will share stories about growing up as a boy who has autism—stories about teachers, stories about friends, stories about bullies, and stories about family. He will share his frustrations, his curiosity, his sadness, as well as his moments of pure joy and love. The stories in this book will touch all the emotions and ensure that what you do say and do to theirs does make an impact in their lives. Robbie’s perseverance to not be different, to achieve, and to not give up will be told in his own words page after page. You will also get some insight from the mother, father, and sister of Robbie as they share a few of their own stories.
About the Author
Robbie Clark was born in 1993 and diagnosed on the spectrum at the age of three. He graduated from high school in 2012. Robbie was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he received his diagnosis and early intervention, then moved to Huntsville, Alabama, where he resides today. Robbie has been working at the Ledges since 2009 as part of the golf staff. He is an advocate and speaker for autism awareness.