Horizon Over the Spectrum, Inc.

In this post, we explore why many autism parents set firm boundaries around holiday events—not to be rude, but to protect their child’s peace. Understanding this perspective creates space for compassion, inclusion, and a more meaningful celebration for all.

I recently had the opportunity to share my stroke story with Molly Buccola on the Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke podcast. This two-part interview was more than a conversation—it was a healing space. A chance to give voice to the trauma I lived through, the resilience it took to recover, and the purpose that was born out of the pain.