Welcome!

My grandfathers both used typewriters. It was a big part of who they were. Maybe that’s why I’ve always loved old typewriters. Or maybe it’s just one of those preferences you can’t really explain, like why I prefer chocolate over strawberry ice cream (which my dad happens to love!).

Whatever the case, this is the place to learn about Cynthia J. Patton, award-winning author, speaker, advocate, and attorney. I’m also the founder of Autism A to Z, a nonprofit organization, and the mother of a smart, stubborn, beautiful, somewhat verbal autistic daughter.

It probably goes without saying that I’m juggling a ton of stuff—like every working mother—and doing my best to write in the midst of life’s chaos. This website will celebrate that struggle for balance. So check back often. We’re going to have fun.

 

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Glitter in the Air
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I’ve been thinking about how to write this post for a long time. I couldn’t find the words to explain what I wanted to express, and that’s not always an easy thing for a writer to admit. Then last week … Continue reading

Comments That Drive Me Crazy #4
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People can say some incredibly stupid things when confronted with autism. This is the fourth installment of insensitive comments that people have made regarding my daughter’s autism and/or my parenting skills. You can find the first list here, the second one … Continue reading

Meet My Gremlin
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My friend, Amy Christensen, is a certified life coach with a passion for adventure and helping women discover and tap into their own adventurous spirits. Based in Boulder, Colorado, her company Expand Outdoors focuses on helping women get outside literally and metaphorically: … Continue reading