Steps of Hope 2011 - Every step is progress

NEVER in my life did I think I would walk in an attempt to raise money for a cause. . . .

. . That was until I had a heart to heart conversation with a special needs worker for my daughter who was diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome. Most of us have inborn social skills, such as being able to read others' body language, start or maintain a conversation, and take turns talking. But my daughter was not. She avoids eye contact, it is next to IMPOSSIBLE for her to begin a conversation with others and she becomes preoccupied with only one or few interests, just to name a few things about her Aspergers.

If children and teachers (yes, teachers are even out of the loop on these things!) in schools were educated about Aspergers, my daughter would be better understood and may find it easier to cope with her lack of social skills.

I believe raising awareness about Aspergers Syndrome is a worthy cause! I hope you are able to give. I will be attending "Steps of Hope 2011" at Ridgedale Mall - March 6, 2011. Please find time to donate or even take the time to walk with me to raise money for this important cause.