Spoken word poetry, mental wellness, societal issues, faith, conversations, and viewpoints. We’re all just tiny grains of sand in this enormous universe, crafted by a masterful hand. Each grain plays a role in a larger design, and together, we form a nation, a community. We are the world. Sometimes, it’s easy to feel like just one solitary grain, but through our thoughts, understanding, sharing, love, and perseverance, we discover that our strength lies in coming together. Just like a beach filled with sand, our unity becomes a beautiful masterpiece, shaped not by one, but by many. Marcia P. Samuels
AUTISM DOESN'T DEFINE ME JAYDEN TELLS COMPLETE BACK STORY TO "POWERPUFF GIRLS"
When Jayden was about eight, he began spending hours diving into the backstories of his favorite cartoons and TV shows. Little did anyone know, he was also memorizing these stories. By the time he turned ten, he started recording them, and this is one of those recordings he made when he was around eleven or twelve. It’s about The Powerpuff Girls.
25 Apr 2025
MEET JAYDEN - AUTISM HAS NEVER DEFINED HIM
This Pic taken the day after Jay's b'day. This is the day he was first diagnosed with autism.
Jayden on plane on way to Disney World to celebrate 18th birthday.
TRANSCRIPT: Eighteen-year-old Jayden has never let Autism define him since his diagnosis at just one year old. Diagnosed the day after his first birthday,
Jayden was non-verbal until he reached the age of five and a half. During a visit to a Target store in New York, he unexpectedly exclaimed 'Target' upon entering, and soon after began naming the toys he desired. For the next hour, he recounted episodes from shows like Power Puff Girls, Charlie Brown, Little Einsteins, and his favorite, Dora the Explorer.
Jayden's extensive time spent on his iPad and computer clearly paid off, as he demonstrated his ability to read and speak, mastering technology well beyond his years. This was particularly evident when, at around seven years old, a teacher asked if he had received individual computer training, having discovered he could type 45 words per minute and exhibited impressive skills in using Google and other software, including creating stunning artwork with a paint program. However, these accomplishments do not lessen the challenges Jayden faces due to Autism. Even at eighteen, he remains without friends.
In future episodes, I will delve into Jayden's experiences on the autism spectrum, sharing touching moments such as his wish to take driving lessons and his confusion over why he cannot obtain a driver's license. These limitations starkly highlight that, despite his talents and aspirations, he faces considerable hurdles. I will also present recorded backstories of various shows and conduct live interviews with him, where he will share these narratives and insights about himself to the best of his ability.
21 Apr 2025
AUTISM: Experts Exploring a Potential Link Between Rising Autism Rates In The U.S. And Older Parents.
One theory currently being discussed by experts about the increase in autism rates in the United States is that older parents are giving birth to these children. However, based on my observations over the past nineteen years, I have reservations about this theory.
I must first acknowledge that older women have been giving birth since the dawn of time.
While caring for my nineteen-year-old grandson taking him to various programs and schools in California and New York, I did not observe a significant number of older mothers dropping off their children.
Recently, I assisted a young mother in taking her child to an ABA program, which has reached its capacity of forty children. Among the forty children enrolled, whether it is the mother or father dropping off or picking up, I have not seen many (if any at all) older parents. Most appear to be in their early twenties to early thirties. This trend is also evident in the speech therapy program he attended in a nearby city, where, similar to the ABA program, older parents are not prominently present.
In the past, when Jayden participated in a program in a predominantly white neighborhood in New York City, he was the only child of color present. I noticed a significantly larger number of older mothers in attendance. This observation raises questions about whether research is being conducted in predominantly white communities.
The previous statement is not intended to convey any racial bias and should not be interpreted as such. I am simply sharing my observations to provide a clearer understanding of why researchers and medical professionals consider older parents as a relevant factor in exploring the increase in autism cases.
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