Severe Autism In Public ~ The Lost Vlog
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- Опубліковано 22 жов 2024
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So many awesome questions! The ceiling fans...I should have made it a point to address her behavior. That is totally typical behavior for her when she's in a good mood. She likes ceiling fans. She was just having a grand time. The incident in the post office was an everyday thing regardless of where we are. She was somewhat more vocal than usual and the girl just needs to dance sometimes but it wasn't aatter of being overwhelmed. Wanted to clear that up. 😁
Thank you for clarifying! I was thinking the ceiling fans were overwhelming her! Looking forward to seeing your new video style coming up- not always daily vlogging! More Maass' is always more wonderful! lol Lots of love to you & your family!
Yeah, I haven't seen her be that vocal in the videos before. I didn't know she was actually just having a good time.
Sorry just read your statement above abbie does like the ceiling fans!!
FatheringAutism э
I was in the post office doing PBS with my non verbal autistic client once and some people offered that we cut in front of them. I replied 'thank you that's very kind of you, but no. Keith is queuing up to send his parcel like everyone else.' and they all looked at me like I was some kind of monster 😂
I relate to Abbie in such a deep level. I’m a grown woman with two jobs, I have a car, I pay taxes, and shoes are the worst part of my day
Lol
Yes if I could I would go barefoot
Aly Benton k
Have you ever tried Tom’s shoes? They slip on and are super comfy and soft. They do run a bit large. I typically wear 6 1/2 and have to get 6s.
Abbie’s shoes are my bras!!! 🤣🤣🤣
'just helping our girl' aww, that's what it's all about:) love how Priscilla was smiling warmly at Abe in post office. Thanks for explaining how you hold her accountable (with time out etc) that's love. Cheers and good night.
As a ABA Therapist I’m happy to see you guys holding her accountable and showing people that your daughter is still a young teen and still test you! I see parents all the time “baby” their child and not follow through.
I like Abbie's mini elopement to the front of the post office line 😂 she was like, okay, that's enough, it's our turn lol
I remember you guys saying that you aren’t above average parents you simply rose to the occasion to support your daughter, however seeing the realities of what a fraction of the hard times look like; this would be more than too much for so many parents. I think you don’t take enough credit for how strong and perseverant you are not just as parents but as a strong family☺️ coming from a person with autism in a not so understanding household (as my dad is also on the spectrum but on the opposite side so we clash), you all should be proud❤️
Bearded Dragonz that is very true, I’m in the same position, however I feel like if the parent doesn’t themselves have the disorder then they assume it’s easily solved. The maass family are an exception to that trend☺️
I TOTALLY agree with you, Holly Luna!! They are SO AMAZING!!
Of course people are going to look. I don’t think they should be judged in an unkind way for it. These are loud unpredictable noises/communication that can not be understood by just listening. Give people the benefit of the doubt- maybe if they observe and not just ignore they can learn something. And watching her when she’s dancing helps people maintain personal space. Be kind. See kind.
Do you think people are staring because they are curious as to why you are filming her? If you don’t already do so, maybe carry a small business card to hand to the staring people, directing them to your channel. This may educate them even further than them wondering what you are doing.
Kristie 5 I agree with this
No people just stare. I have a son that is similar to Abby. He has behaviors in public and ppl just stare and are sometimes rude. My son will make sounds, stim,run off sit himself down on the ground and won't get up. I don't mind ppl asking questions. But I have had strangers tell me I have no business taking him out in public. Ppl need to be more tolerant.
@Panic! Treasure good answer. People can stare for the cause of being curious, not hateful
The card thing seems like a good thing. It can actually work as a way to get the attention of people who are staring. Having a life long disability myself I can honestly say that for the most part the staring is mostly gawking. The curious people most often talk to you and they don’t just stare. It’s natural to stare when something is outside of our realm of normality, but the stare isn’t continuous and doesn’t make you feel like your being viewed as some type of inhuman or something.
Catherine Lantz I totally agree. My daughter 7years old and is non verbal autistic. She has no physical stims but she does vocal. People just stare, rolling their eyes, saying she needs discipline. I had one lady shhhh my daughter and than say she needs to be quiet. I almost went off but thank God He stopped me. I told her she has autism and she needed to educate herself. I was in a shoe store and everyone was on our side. We got free shoes. No one knows what us parents really go thru. It’s easy to judge on the outside looking in.
Had a group of autistic teenagers and their two teachers come up to my register at work the other day. Thank to your channel I learned how to interact with them. Their teacher came up and thanked me for me and my cashiers being so patient, but I told them it was just about being kind to each other, and differences just made us unique. She told me she was so happy, it was their first Michaels trip and now they are coming back every week because of this interaction with a different group of kids. I told them about your channel and hopefully hey have found you too!
This behavior therapist and aspiring school psychologist is so grateful for these videos. I’ve seen all these behaviors. It can be so puzzling.
I was tired after watching that. She sure keeps you guys on your toes
Daily! Thank God for respite lol.
can you imagine NEVER having respite? HOLY CRAP ON TOAST.
@@bumpybackroads1581 We did it for a lot of years when Abigail's behaviors we're far worse and more frequent than they are now.
FatheringAutism i know it! and i am saying that it takes A LOT. and is EXHAUSTING. i definitely didn’t mean it in a hurtful way.
i was a nanny for a non-verbal severely autistic little girl for 5 years. I was there for potty training and teaching her to use her iPad for communication. I saw her make leaps and bounds but had to get a job that provided benefits because i became ill myself and needed really good health insurance...i still attend all family functions and love on her family whenever I can.
i definitely appreciate all that you do. the awareness you guys raise is nothing short of incredible.
i also appreciate that sometimes going into public is hard. I had taken my little girl into walmart to get her a treat (donut) after a really good day and she was just vocal stimming and someone down the isle was so disgusted by the vocal stimming the said “can’t you shut her up?”
i was in shock... i didn’t know what to do or say. she wasn’t dancing. she wasn’t running away from me or being difficult. she was simply sitting in the cart watching nemo and vocally stimming.
and you deal with those interactions on a regular basis... and I got check out at the end of the day... i got to go home and decompress from it all. on a hard day, i got to go home and get a good nights sleep... on a hard day, you roll with the punches and then might also have to be up with her all night as well... there is no checking out.
What is respite?
Ok, question. If I was in the post office line ahead of you & I saw you guys & a situation like that going down I would ask if you guys wanted to go in front of me. Is that weird? I just think it’s not a stressful situation for me & for the sake of a few minutes of my time it’d be easier & less stressful for you guys?
And we would accept graciously. Not because it's owed to us just because people should be nice to people. It's how the world should be.
The more I see the more I love thanks I have worked with autistic children your family is amazing for sure ❤️😍
Oh good. I was worried it might come off as some weird form of pity towards you guys? But it’s really not, it’s acknowledgement that your day is tougher than my day and I could hopefully make it a little bit less tough.
I thought the same thing
Thanks!! I SO WISH there were more selfless folks out there like you!!! That would be a WONDERFUL thing to do!!! NICE!!
I’m so very impressed by your patience. We all lose patience but I love how you two work together and ensure positive, lifelong lessons to help her have the best life. Thank you for choosing to share lessons. Quick question. What would you prefer people do in public when coming across a child having a “hard time”. I usually try to smile at the parents in a reassuring way.
An understanding smile is always welcome.
Abby’s grown wanting to riding in the front seat 😂
I am an aba behavioural therapist in Australia, and the way you guys respect Abbie and open her to the world, is the way I help my clients and it makes me happy to justify my teachings the way you do. Never in my teachings do I try to get rid of stims.I am all for getting your child open and engaging in the world and forgetting what people around you think. I love that you guys seize every moment to be a moment of teachings, something as simple as making her open the mail box is fantastic for learning and independence. So many times i laugh at/with her because you can jut see her testing if she can get away with certain things; such a teenage thing to do and aware of. Very cheeky and smart girl you have! Amazing parenting, so good with time out (cheeky girl) haha!
"If Isaiah were here by himself he'd be eating cereal."
Priscilla, I love you and I love how flexible you are. It's true--Abby deserves to have that flexibility sometimes just like every other teenager has!
THANKYOU for this vlog. This is the kind of content the world needs to see ❤️ what a blessing you found it
Happy you got the footage back! Look forward to watching!
Hey guys, i am a paraprofessional working in duval county at an elementary school for children with autism, ive been watching your channel for a bit now and i love it, with every video i am more and more impressed by the way you guys handle your family, ive really been curious to see what the discipline side of things looked like so this video was great. You guys are such fantastic parents. Abi is so lucky to have such wonderful people surrounding her that care so much! (Isaiah too!)
Almost 2 weeks ago here in NC a Autistic boy got away from his dad and was found several days later with the worse possible outcome. People said a 6 year old couldn't run that fast and I tell them just watch y'alls channel. Kids in the spectrum are a lot bolder and faster than most expect. So tragic! So glad y'all are bringing awareness to The Autism Spectrum!
this story broke my heart. i live not too far from where little maddox went missing and was found. very tragic.
yes it's so very sad. What a precious little life taken too soon :(
Was his death ruled accidental? I live somewhat locally in upstate SC but didn't hear anything once they found his body
@@kellybertling4744 last i heard they are still waiting on the full autopsy report.
Oh ok. I work with kids as a nanny now but used to work as an ABA therapist so it hit close to home for me. I figured it was probably accidental since there were no accusations over who was guilty. Unfortunately that's about all we get in terms of news
#earlycomment I just wanted to tell you guys I've been subscribed for about a year now, and Ive learned so much as someone who isn't really personally affected by autism. I truly appreciate all you guys are doing!
I am in the same boat & am ever SO GRATEFUL for the awareness the Maass Family is spreading! It helps breed more public awareness & HOPEFULLY understanding!!!!
I like this a lot. I know you guys try not to show her meltdowns and her having a hard time, but being able to see it especially now that she's older is really refreshing. I have no clue if my child is going to be neurotypical or not, and seeing you handle these situations more or less unedited makes me feel more prepared to deal with them. I love this. I almost wish that when you go into your more informational videos coming up, that you'll include newer clips like these with older ones to show progress with the style of parenting and discipline. 💙 love y'all
Also I'm super excited for the informational videos coming up. I always like learning even if it doesn't necessarily apply to me so I can always reccomend it to someone that needs it more.
She had a couple moments in this one but no meltdowns. Her meltdowns are pretty epic. Even if I wanted to I wouldn't be able to show them. It takes 100% of my effort to keep her from hurting herself or destroying something. No time for a camera if you know what I mean.
@@fatheringautism sorry that was my bad, I understand that completely. I can only imagine what an actual meltdown is like then, it must be draining for all of you. I hope she doesn't have them often.
Boy She was Full of herself. I like to see this. It Shows'Normal' people what you guy's and Us Go Through. Great Job.
I love this family. Your content is so professional Asa. Thank you for your dedication. ❤
they are great parents.. I learn from them
@@ChristinaJosue I definitely do as well. I have learned so much from them. They are the best. So professional and informative.
So glad you fond/ got this footage back..it was really good to see how it's like on a more daily basis..Abbie Did a great job in the post offic .n Yes there were looks but also a few smiles...keep up the Wonderful Parenting and the work that you doing through FatheringAutisim
This was such a great vlog. Abbie is the best. My confidence with bringing B into public has been boosted. Taking her into public has been one of the toughest things for me as a parent. We recently had a tough situation in a restaurant and it makes me want to just stay at home more. I know it probably should not be that way, but I am working on it. Family vacation with B should help!
I think it is good that you showed this. It shows how challenging it can be for both you and for Abbie to handle these type of 'run-of-the-mill' situations. It is too easy for those of us who do not deal with this on a daily basis to forget. I also think you are absolutely right about her needing to experience these things, and learn how to deal with them. Abbie did fantastically! And yes, she sure is a teenager! 😄
Asa, thanks for sharing and answering questions. My husband and I were out at dinner without our autistic son tonight and noticed a family with a child on the spectrum doing an amazing job with him! I wished we would have said something but even as people who "get it" we don't want to impose. My husband even said (on the drive home) "they kept looking at us" & "I hope they don't think we thought their child is loud. He was so cute." Now I wonder how many people look at us and are touched by autism but just don't say anything...Anyway we are very new to autism and I appreciate your channel and experience so much!!
Abbie was in a good mood. That's right Abbie don't let the stares still your joy.
Abbie is so smart and beautiful I have a son that is autism she reminds me of him it's a blessing to watch Abbie every day God bless you all
I think you both do a tremendous job with Abbie, you both are so patient & understanding with her, she couldn't wish for better parents.
So glad you found your footage! I totally get it Abbie, errands are hard for me too. Gonna go have a bowl of Apple Jacks now.
I’ve been watching these vlogs for some time now and I’m truly grateful for how much patience y’all have for other people. I used to work with special needs and the comments/stares we would get while out in public always really upset me and I wasn’t so kind with telling people how to mind their own business. Y’all are amazing, keep up the good work 💛
Ugh. The people staring irritated me so I can’t imagine what it must be like for you, especially on your bad days when you don’t feel like being quite as patient with their lack of understanding. I was genuinely sad for her when she couldn’t ride in the front, but honestly, aside from everything she was just so happy. I’m so glad you found this. The “where’s your head” thing reminded me of the vlog you taught Isaiah to bring her down. Favourite brothering autism moment I think. That or “I’ve got eyes on Abbie ❤️”
vlogs of abbie having a good day (even if that means antagonizing mom and dad) are always the best vlogs in my opinion. love seeing her laugh and smile!! she's the cutest.
You all are amazingly patient with Abbie when she's having a challenging day. I'm sorry that people stare, but I've gotta tell you, before I ran into your channel, I would have had NO CLUE what was up, had I ran into you all in the Post office during all of that. I am SO THANKFUL for you all spreading awareness! I have learned SO MUCH from you all over the past year or so!! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your lives with us & keeping it real!!! The awareness is DEFINITELY NEEDED, so that people can be more understanding. You all rock!!!
I am glad you found the missing vlog!! Thanks for posting it!!
Me too!
Shout out to all the single parents with special needs kids. Although it s not easy to go out with our kiddos as you can see here we are definately stronger when we are with our spouse/ partner/ significant other etc. I always think of how fortunate i am in that regards. Some people have to be a care giver by themselves with no support.
I recently came out with my 6year old autistic daughter on fb to raise awareness and acceptance , and it’s the best I have felt in years . You guys have given me so much hope and courage . Hoping to spread the awareness and acceptance and be a good advocate for my little kiddo.
Lots of love from Canada 🇨🇦
Oh my i can see those ceiling fans are worrying her in the post office! My little girl dislikes all the movement on the ceiling too. You guys are rock solid, so proud that we do get out and run errands with our kids. Thank you for being great role models for other asd parents, my girl is a lot younger so i really appreciate your advice, and your journey. Love from Australia xx
Check out the pinned comment. It explains it.
I was at the diner a few days ago. There was this sweetest older man in there who I believed to have Autism or some form of special needs. He started to yell and carry on about going to dairy queen and that kinda broke my heart I would have taken him 😂 but anyway there was this group of older ladies sitting by us. Yes the yelling startled us all at first I mean who would expect it but as soon as I realized what it was I just explained to my mother and we carried on. This said group of older women were laughing and one turned to the other and said “there’s something wrong with him” in just a tone that got under my skin. I had never really experienced this before, I know people aren’t fully educated in this kind of stuff and don’t really understand it but it was just odd to me. People should always treat people with kindness no matter what. I was just happy in that situation that I could advocate and not be that person to judge. But the fact you need to experience that with Abbie it just breaks my heart. Even if people don’t understand they still shouldn’t judge you know? It just gets to me.
Caitlin McCauley they’ll be in nursing homes soon enough 😉
You guys have the patience of Job, Abbie is so blessed to have you as parents. She is a beautiful child and her smile melts my heart. When I saw her expressing herself in line at the post office, I thought, wow, I feel that way sometimes when I have to wait in a long, boring line, but our inhibitions don't allow us to express those feelings. Abbie is inhibition free!
I understand Abbie I hate lines in the post office too. You do an awesome job calming her down💕💕
Great job Abbie. Great job Mom and Dad. I don’t like waiting in line either. You did awesome.
Is there any chance the ceiling fan in the post office was possibly getting her worked up. I noticed she was staring up like she does when certain ceilings bother her. Also, do you think Abbie has an awareness that people are staring that maybe upsets her more?
I don't think she notices or cares. Maybe the fan. She has always liked fans and stared at them calmly. I think after several minutes she was just getting antsy.
@@fatheringautism okay, that makes sense that maybe it was more entertaining her until she got restless. But it also makes sense that she may not notice or care if people stare. I just didn't know if it causes her to charge up more if she sees people staring.
maybe she was stimming with the fans?
So glad you found the vlog Asa. People staring can get to me at times but I feel that in this day and age people should be more aware and accepting to those who are just different than them. Sometimes I'll look back at them and say "he has Autism". At least then they know what they're watching.
This is my first time coming across your channel and I just legit binge watched almost every single video I can't get enough of Abbie she's amazing and truly brings a smile to my face.
Right at 16:57 I was thinking of commenting. How can someone be so cute and sweet and so naughty at the same time? LOL Then dad Said what he said, Not kidding you it was like he was reading my mind. And I love your hair that way Abby. So cute.
Hey! Love the awareness you are bringing out to the public! After I watched your videos I think I’m leaning towards teaching ASD students down in Miami!
Cannot express enough my admiration for you both Asa and Priscilla. You are amazing parents and both Abbie and Isaiah are blessed to have you for parents. You have brought awareness and taught people so much about autism and living autism. Thank you for making it real. Many thumbs up for all you do daily with and for Abbie. Your consistency and positivity are a shining example but you're also able to show the hard stuff reality too in a dignified way. Love to you all, Maass family. 👍😊💕
You are such a great family!
I 100% get Abbie on so many levels. Abbie we all need a bit of you in our daily lives. I care less and less about people’s opinions since I met you on UA-cam ❤️
It seems the ceiling fans set her off in the post office.. it looks like she tries to follow the blades and it over stimulates her... How interesting, the simplest things that none of us even acknowledge...
DontYouJuana I think so too.
Right? I think it’s amazing and I wonder how Abby sees things
You will have to do a tutorial about how you found the footage! Im sure that you're not the first one that this has happened to! Loved that you showed in real time how you handle certain behaviors! Great job!
She's beautiful and has overcome so much in her young life! Thank you for sharing her with the world. Abbie is an inspiration!
It's amazing to see how far abbie has come since this video. ❤x
Its amazing to see how far she has come from here to where she is now. Gives me hope for my autistic children.
I am always fascinated how Abbie always looks at ceilings,, I am always wondering what she sees. She often
seems like she is following something, I wonder if it is the lights reflecting different to her or how she sees
the world. Thanks for a another great vlog and showing how even through challenges, you get trhough it as a
family with laughter instead of anger.
When my son start get impatient somewhere usually a worker will pull us out of line to help us. That including the Post Office, DMV, and store.. I luv going to the DMV with him..
You guys are great parents!! Much♡
yeeesss ♡
I just love Abby. I am happy you posted this vlog. We normally only see the good. It’s awesome that you posted the bad moments.
Amazing parents you are this was a very good video to show people how it is
You guys are amazing parents. Thank you for sharing all your daily adventures!!
Abby was really happy. She was giddy with joy! I don’t think people stare because they are judging you or for a bad reason. Perhaps they admire you for being such great parents, for being brave and taking care of her so much. The way that you treat her, you talk to her and you demonstrate so much love towards her… most likely they admire you. As a mommy, I’ve been in pediatrician offices and seen parents with special needs children be rude to their kids or just flat out negligent with them. But you guys are gold standard parents, definitely you’re getting admiration stares. Be proud of yourselves 🙂🙂🙂
I loved how she said bye to the lady working at the post office! That was so sweet.
@11:27 Between the fluorescent lights, the ceiling fan AND the red, shiny thing hanging from the ceiling (over the counter), I think it was just too stimulating!
I found you guys yesterday this is my new favorite youtube family!!! You guys are so wonderful ... I'm learning so much thank you!!!
You guys are doing a great job . I’m 36 and my older brother with very severe autism / OCD is 37 . I grew up being very involved with taking care of him and know the challenges 😉. I’ll eventually get full custody of him and will take care of him full time,when it becomes to hard for my folks as they get older . My brother is my best friend and I’ve learned to love him on the good and bad days and we have a great relationship.
You guys are in my prayers, remember the LORD will never give you anything that is to hard for you to handle. You guys are doing a great job and your not alone 👍🏾.
Thanks for sharing.... The more I watch Abby and your family the more I want to become a carer/nurse you guys inspire me to be a better person 💙❤💚💜💛💞
I admire your family so much. I was a special ed aid in high school and am minoring in special education in college now. Thank you for giving a real portrayal of the “bad” days!
So glad you found this footage. You are more polite to strangers than I would be. I don’t care if people are ignorant of the facts of any condition, that’s no excuse for staring or being rude. I would try to control myself But I’m sure I would hurt peoples feelings by giving them them the 3 second version of why she stims and makes verbal noises. I call this awareness. It’s a shame that there are so many Baffoons in the world. ❤️
I know this shouldn’t be a daily Volga thing but this was very informative for people that don’t understand everyday life it was very tasteful and you did such a great job editing this LOST FOTAGE thank you ASA AND CILLA what a great family you have created your kids are rocking it. I definitely will miss daily vlogs but as long at I can share your story.
Aw, Priscilla and Abbie have matching outfits!
So hard to see Abigail having a hard time. Y'all did a great job and all three are awesome for powering through.
i think abbie did a great job at the post office. i love how you guys make her do most of the work that way she can feel a bit of independence and be proud of herself for accomplishing things. very smart girl and i just adore her smile. glad you found the footage too :)
You two are the mo st wonderful parents! Abigail is very fortunate to have parents that are so involved and caring.
I always appreciate tips on Autism parenting. The compliance bit after time out. 👍🏻. Thank you for that 😊.
Randomly came across your channel today.
Such a caring, sweet wife and daughter you have.
Much blessings to you
oh my goodness I love Abbie so much! such a beautiful smile, and adorable dimples!
I catch myself waving back at her when she closes out the vlog! 😂
PS... i'm 41 and I had cereal for supper.. hahaha nothing wrong with that at all! 😂
Laughed at the whole "social experiment" line. I think it's fantastic the three of you stuck it out together at the post office.
I would definitely call the post office a win! Also I love that you guys follow through! I've worked with so many kids who's parents don't follow through.
Hi lovelies, I don't know anyone with autism but I have learned so much, you are all an inspiration and credit to your devotion to your beautiful daughter, big hugs from the uk 💞😊
I can relate so much with y’all with the social outings! My brother has autism and going out in public can be difficult and very hard sometimes. Especially during long lines.❤️
I get the staring... as a kid it bothered me when people would stare at my sister. But now I have come to accept that others truly do not understand. My sister was born with retinoblastoma, and a brain tumor at 9. She is physically different looking than us. I used to get defensive but now I realize that they're curious.
Yay! The lost vlog! I think im almost caught up to the vlogs have already seen! :D
And I just have to add that kudos to Abigail for not having a care in the world what people think! Everyone should be more like her!!
Been subscribed for a few weeks now and have grown to love your family! I love seeing Abigail giving loving. Also, I've tried several of yalls recipes since watching. ❤
I don't miss days like that! Hugs guys! My Abby was faster than a tornado at destroying the house sometimes! I 💗 every outing is a social experiment!!! I used to feel the same way sometimes!
Hi Priscella, & Asa, another great video. I'm glad you found it. I'm also glad you aimed your camera at that big circle on the wall by Abbie's couch. It's very pretty & interesting. Did Annie make it? I've been intrigued by it for a long time. Does Annie draw? Been curious about that too, because Asa, you said something about her art-work, but I haven't seen any yet, except for the rainbow picture you had on your frig.
I love your vlog. Have a good night.
I can relate to this. My son is profoundly Autistic. Just going anywhere is a huge chore. But we do it. He has his behaviors and gets overly stimulated and ppl stare. We have even have ppl tell us we have no business taking him out in public, but we keep doing it. I wish some ppl would take their blinders off and see and understand that people who have disabilities are human beings too.
I saw the mail I sent!!!!
I work with kids with autisms from ages 7-22 and people ALWAYS stare. She's adorable and reminds me sooo much of my kids, I've had kids drop to the floor at ice cream shops, you just gotta smile when people are staring, and its also none of their business (:
Asa thank you for recording your everyday lives! I have recently taken a year out from university to gain a qualification in special needs assistance and looking forward to doing my research project on autism as you have taught me a lot and made me want to learn more about autism and the spectrum!❤️
Yes, I know how Abbie feels. I believe it is the environment as well that influences our autistic behavior, isn't it? As for me, I say yes. How about you, Asa? To sum it up, I have some anxiety issues living in an extremely small tourist makes me nervous. Frequent tourist activities every week I have never adjusted to. I am well-adjusted to medium to large cities because they have MANY more places to shop, and many more activities. Whenever I am at work, and we're seriously busy, it puts me in an adrenaline rush because there are so many requests for carryouts and spill clean ups. One support manager really does understand me, and tells me with her around, I'll never need to rush. Whenever It is crowded at where I work, I feel like I am head-to-head and shoulder-to-shoulder with customers. Do large crowds bother Abbey?
I wish I was this excited about the post office 😄
Well done Abs. And we’ll done mum and dad.
You guys are a great parenting team.
Abbie was very focused on the ceiling fans at the P.O. I was wondering if those fans brought on the extra Anxiety?
Awesome parenting Asa and Cilla.
Check out the pinned comment at the top.
No matter what abby will always be perfect in my eyes because i deal with this daily with my 14 year old son!
You guys are amazing, wish I found your channel sooner!!
Wow I applaud you guys ; when situations like this happens with my daughter and I’m with my husband usually one of us leaves with our daughter and wait outside or in the car just because I worry too much on other people starring and giving my daughter the eye roll or that they are annoyed or something and feel I would be very sensitive if someone made a comment and bark back so I hope to be like you guys one day.
I hope you don't mind but I shared this vlog on facebook with my 3 granddaughters that are teahers and for any other teachers on my page. I love your family and I wish more people could understand. Thank you for teaching us about Autism.