“While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is all about.” -Angela Schwindt

Dominic is just a few short weeks away from turning seven… How the time flies! Dominic is many things, but to our family he is a son, a brother and a beautiful lesson in life. As a blended family, educating all of the boys by helping them understand Autism is a top priority for us, as well as a way of life. Without words, Dominic has touched our hearts and taught the entire family lessons that we will always carry with us.

Being touched by a child with Autism has been such a wonderful experience. Dominic living with Autism has made each of us stronger, more understanding, patient and compassionate as a family, but also as individuals. Although the life lessons are not always easy, they are priceless and will motivate us all to continue to raise Autism Awareness.

Photography by Kimberly Sheehan and Brittany Wilbur

Written by Jen Harris Pfalzgraff