Why I Share Our Story

Kate 11

It’s about meeting the parents.

That’s why I do this.

Write. Share. Let people into our secret world of autism.

Your son reminds me so much of my son.
I found you years ago when I felt so alone.
You saved me. You don’t know it…but you did.
When I have a sad day your kid’s smiles bring me joy.
Thank you. You showed me this would be okay.

I don’t share for follows or likes. Or to be recognized. Or any other reason like that.

I share because the beginning of my son’s diagnosis was terrifying. And I felt so alone on this journey. Like it was just me. Just him. Just us.

And that’s not true at all.

I share to connect us. To bring us together. To give us a place to share the joy and the hard. And to normalize our lives.

You are never alone in the struggles you face mom and dad. We are out here.

Thriving. Living. Sharing.

Come find us. Lean on us. Let us carry the weight for a while.

And after, we will show you the bright side.

Finding Cooper’s Voice is a safe, humorous, caring and honest place where you can celebrate the unique challenges of parenting a special needs child. Because you’re never alone in the struggles you face. And once you find your people, your allies, your village….all the challenges and struggles will seem just a little bit easier. Welcome to our journey. Follow us on FacebookInstagram, and join our supporter page, Coop’s Troops, for an amazing community full of support and understanding.

 

 

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Kate Swenson

Kate Swenson lives in Minnesota with her husband Jamie, and four children, Cooper, Sawyer, Harbor and Wynnie. Kate launched Finding Cooper's Voice from her couch while her now 11-year-old son Cooper was being diagnosed with autism. Back then it was a place to write. Today it is a living, thriving community of people who want to not only advocate for autism, but also make the world a better place for individuals with disabilities and their families. Her first book, Forever Boy, will be released, April 5, 2022.

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