Several years back, there was an episode of Seinfeld called, “The Sponge,” where the infamous and eccentric Kramer enters a walk for a popular cause but refuses to wear a ribbon. Despite pledging his loyalty to this cause, uproar ensues and he is physically assaulted. Just because he won’t wear a ribbon. For a cause he truly believes in. Fast …
How to Help Your Teen Pick a College by Julie Clark
Just as winter finally gives way to spring, scores of high school students will receive their final acceptance notices. Many will have a choice of schools to attend, and most will have until sometime in May to make that decision final. It can be a nerve-wracking time for most of these teens, as college is anything but a small decision …
Jess, Josh and the Old Lady – Flash Fiction by Julie Clark
Somehow, the sun found its way through the brittle blinds, prying my eyes open. My husband absentmindedly hit the snooze button for the third time, oblivious to the new reality that awaited us both. Quickly scrolling through my Twitter feed, last night’s news had morphed into today’s nightmare. “What time did you go to bed last night?” he yawned, stretching, …
My Own Flavor of Thankfulness 2016
As I write this, it’s Thanksgiving Eve in my country; a time to stop, reflect and dig deep for something to be thankful for. As parents of special needs children, we truly have much to be thankful for. Sure, our concept of “normal” does not reflect what our surrounding culture deems “typical,” but that doesn’t make our experience any less, …
Willow Creek, A Ghost Story by Julie Clark
Willow Creek fruitlessly brushed a clump of auburn hair away from her face. There wasn’t much daylight left, and her broken headband was making this excursion a bit more challenging. Maw and Paw would be expecting her back at the house within the hour, cleaned up and ready to eat. Just a few more minutes. I know it’s here somewhere. …
In Defense of Introverts
Several years ago I went to my first (and last!) high school reunion. Now I can say I’ve “been there, done that,” and my husband can brag that he was “arm candy.” Before the event, we met up with a few old friends and I told them how nervous I was about what people would think of me. My high …
You’ve Got This!
On a recent call with a client, we talked about how sometimes it seems as if forces that are supposed to be with us are often, in our perception, against us. This can mean we may feel that anything from school to family to even the medical community is making our lives harder. Right after a diagnosis, these feelings can …
A Personal Tribute to Wayne Gilpin by Julie Clark
Several years ago, a mom was incredibly overwhelmed yet determined. Her daughter was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (then called Asperger’s Syndrome) and the resources for girls with autism were few and far between. Doubters and difficult people, however, were plentiful. Many saw her daughter as nothing short of a trouble maker, while others saw this mom and her husband …
A Little Bit about Julie Clark and this Website
Welcome to my little home in the ether! This site is home for my online life. I love it! Thank you for stopping by! Who am I? How did this all start? Good question! First and foremost, I am like you; unique and forever learning, working to be the best I can be. Although I have many interests, Asperger’s Syndrome …
Welcome to my new site!
Hi everyone! Welcome to my new website! I am so grateful to Chad Austin Marketing and Media Design for creating such a wonderful place! As this is a brand new, from the ground up rebuild, do come back from time to time and see what we’re adding! On this new site, authorjulieclark.com, you will soon find links to published articles, …