Today was really great because i got to type with a new typer. It is great to pursue Friends such as matt. We have a similar story. Two is better than one. We had quite a good time. I wish i needed less support with  my body. Really frustrating wrestling with everyone. I  realize how much trouble it is calming me  down. I feel like a burden.  The family i have is not all my real family , i have my mom sister grandma uncle and grandpa, but have people like casey, tonya, chris, gabe, and hannah.  Be opposed to not listening to new ideas. Be open to what we have to say. The value of a voice is priceless.

Every way each day we choose what we will demand of ourselves. We need to make sure we have Christ in our hearts. The way to get that is to confess your sins and ask forgiveness.  Go forth and make new disciples.  Treat each day as your last.  Heart issues are tougher than topics like school and autism.

I spent the week at a college campus this week for INYLF. I would push every student with autism to attend if they can.  I visited the library, typed with Senator Head and The Governor, and went to a ballgame. I met the sort of people who appreciate how I am. I am so blessed to have people like Casey, you (mom), Hannah, Gabe And Zach. The support system i have is incredible.

Not being there is hard on my spirit. I missed mom but i was with everyone that really understood how i felt. Listen  to your heart not what others say you can do.   I cant wait to go back. There  is a lot of work to be done.

I had prom Friday night. It epiphanied everything I have wished for. My very best friends got to experience what a normal teenager does. We went out to eat, rode in a limousine and then went to prom. I won king which really astonished me because i struggle so much more with my body than the others. They are all kings and queens. They all deserve an education like I do. We even want a degree specializing in educational facts, not colors and shapes.

I need you to understand not being independent is putting oppression on my pride. People put me in a box. I have opinions, friends, and feelings. Typing has brought me promise. It turned things around. Listen with open minds. God is not finished with me yet. I really feel a purpose in spreading what i am doing. You never know who might preview my writing. Everyone deserves to have someone believe in them. I have an entire team that has faith in me!

Really tough movie to watch. I have really struggled with my faith in people because there are people who want to try and keep us from receiving an education. You need to believe. At worst, you open the door to an education. At best, you give people respect. I want to be a teacher for the wayward souls. God can use me . We have a way to heaven and you have to trust in Jesus.

Through trials i havent joined satan in his plan to overturn me. You cant let him ruin your joy. This is the opening through which evil comes and pretends to try and make you throw in the towel. Have good people around you to help and envelope you in the word of God. Vote the devil out! I worry about my future but then remember God’s promise of hope in Jesus.

A melting pot tribute to the arduous students who need staying power. There is a resistance to typing and really typing is what releases the change. Terminating the ways that help me is like taking growth only roads to nowhere. There is fear in what people dont see with their own eyes and some of them dont either.  You may not believe but it does not negate the fact i am. Be encouraging not hindering my spirit. Create an environment where we can succeed. I have that success with ACCESS Academy. Reach beyond what you can see and create opportunities for more students.

My winning the award made me open my eyes to the possibilities before me. I am hoping to join the council next year. I am hoping to finish high school and go to college. I  can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Cross your weakness’ off your list and work on your strengths. Make the most of every opportunity. My goal is to speak to the bureaucrats who help make things happen. Keep choosing to be motivated ! I am not finished fighting til everyone who wants an education gets one.

joshs speech :  Thank you very much for thinking me worthy of this honor . Meeting people has always made me nervous so tonight is a very big step toward my future experience with public speaking, a goal of mine.  i worry about the awesome responsibility this is to represent people who type to communicate. There will be a day when presuming competence will be the norm, but until then i will work to bring awareness and dispel the myths about autism that have kept me locked inside this crazy body for 17 long years. Thank you to my grandpa Mike for helping the school. Thank you to Casey for being my coach and Tammy for bringing me an education. Thank you to Gail for helping set up ACCESS. Thank you brenda for supporting ACCESS Academy. Thank you to grandma Judy and my mom for believing in my abilities. Thank you to Ash for taking me in the car with you. Thank you to Craig for praying for me. Thank you to Lynda for watching me.  Thank you to God for this chance. Dont let any more people with autism suffer in silence!