[Fwd: fathers book]

[Guest guest]

I participated in the Mother's book and it turned out to be a wonderful book and

a great blessing! Please contact Judy and let her know if you want to submit to

this book.

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> From: hcf67@...

> Date: 2006/01/03 Tue PM 01:15:57 EST

> hcf67@...

> Subject: fathers book

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> I have read the book Autism Heartfelt Thoughts from Mothers. It is a must read

book for everyone. Judy is taking submissions for her new Book Autism Heartfelt

Thoughts from Fathers.

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> Heidi Fernandez

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> Parent and Advocate

> " Knowledge is Power "

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> The Autism~Heartfelt Thoughts from Mothers book created such a huge response;

I had many Dads’ wanting their turn! (you can check out the mothers book at

www.AutismThoughts.com, Amazon and & Noble stores) Also, there is a

radio interview at www.disabilitynewsradio.com click on Past Shows, Mother's Day

May 8th.

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> Father's Book Details:

> The format will be the same as the Mother's book, fairly simple, yet heartfelt

and sincere. It will be something you can pick up and read a little at a time

and something you would want to give to people you know to help them better

understand you as a Father of a child with autism.

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> The format is as follows:

> I will only use first names. I will list the state (or country) you are from.

You may submit contact information such as email or phone number – this is

Optional.

> Each Father and child will have at least two full pages.

> I would like black and white photos of you and your child (you may submit

color but it will print in black and white). Please submit 1 to 3 photos of just

you and your child with autism. The photos must be clear and I will make every

effort to use all photos you submit. They can be emailed (digital - 300 dpi) or

a print copy. If you would like your print photos returned, please include a

self-addressed, stamped envelope and I will return your photos. Photos can be

portrait style, or simply you and your child engaged in an everyday activity, or

both. Please indicate your child’s age in the pictures. I would also like to

list what age your child was diagnosed.

> Then I would like your thoughts on the following topics: (I would prefer that

you answer all of these but if you only want to answer just one or two that is

okay too)

> #1: Biggest Challenge(s)

> You may write about one challenge in a paragraph format or you may write a

list of several, for example: ‘fighting for appropriate services’, ‘not

understanding my child’s fears’, ‘finding quality care-providers’, or simply

relate how you feel.

> Be honest. Come from your heart. This is your opportunity to allow others to

know what being the Father of a child with autism really feels like.

> #2: Greatest Blessing(s)

> Again, you may write a paragraph or a list. For example, " I am often touched

by how many strangers have opened their hearts to help my daughter and me over

the years. For this I know we have been blessed and I am forever grateful. "

> #3: Words of Wisdom

> Briefly describe any helpful, words of wisdom-type thoughts you have for other

fathers or even family and friends. For example: ‘what to say to other dads when

you spot another child with autism at the park’ or ‘don’t be afraid to ask for

help!’ You may even share something someone else has told you that is helpful

and/or inspiring.

> I will include a list of your favorite books, articles, organizations, and

website references, so please submit those also.

> In return for your contribution you will receive two (2) free copies of Autism

~ Heartfelt Thoughts from Fathers and additional copies at a significant

discount off the retail price. A portion of the proceeds on my end will go to

the lifelong care I now face with my daughter (who is 21 yrs) transitioning into

adulthood. We plan to open a day program for young adults with autism.

> Feel free to copy this email to pass along to other fathers you think may be

interested in contributing!

> If you are interested, please email me and I will send you a Permission

Release Form.

> I look forward to having you and your child included in this book! If you

have any questions and/or suggestions, please let me know!

> Judy

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H.

I love someone with autism!