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Week 27:


Today is April 2, 2014 which means it is Autism Awareness Day.


 
 
If you've followed my blog for a while you know autism is something I'm passionate about, I have a brother and a cousin who both are autistic. They are two of the best people I've ever known. Aaron, my cousin, can tell you everything you need to know about football, all the players names, mascots, and whose going to win the game. Matthew, my brother, is non-verbal but if he could speak he would be on my Disney trivia team. He loves to watch moves and I bet if he could talk he would be able to answer every question correct. Both of these boys have taught me so much about life and love. They really do live each day as a new day, a clean slate. They don't hold onto the past, they don't stress about the future, they live in the moment. Since today is their day I wanted to honor that by doing a few small things to help raise awareness.  
 
I bought some adhesive nail designs to wear this month to bring awareness to autism; by purchasing them I helped support a friend who is raising money for awareness. I realize for some this might seem silly, but I've had several people comment about my nails and it’s a great opportunity for me to talk to them about autism.  
Sorry it isn't a very good photo.
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In honor of it being Autism Awareness Day I would like to share an opportunity with each of you. Back on week 8 I shared about a donation I made to an agency called House of the Sycamore Tree. I told you about this organization, what they do, and how they help their community.

My aunt and her church started a ministry that 100% of the proceeds go towards House of the Sycamore Tree. Please feel free to go to www.apronministry.org here you will find all sorts of different aprons. Every apron purchased will help support this great organization.

I love my apron!
 
Happy Autism Awareness Day!

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