Author Archives: Cynthia J. Patton

About Cynthia J. Patton

Writer, Editor, Advocate, Speaker, Special Needs Attorney, and Autism Mom. Also the Founder and Chairperson of Autism A to Z, a nonprofit providing resources and solutions for life on the spectrum.

Flyer for Autism Awareness Event
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Posted on April 19, 2016 by

Here’s the flyer for the autism awareness event that I will be reading at with Connie Post and Anne Ross on Saturday, April 23, 2016, called Celebrating Life on the Spectrum. The event will feature poetry and prose dealing with autism spectrum … Continue reading →

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Two Weeks Remain for Pre-Sales of My New Book
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Posted on April 17, 2016 by

Advance sales of my poetry collection, Across An Aqueous Moon: Travels in Autism, are almost over. The pre-sales period ends April 29th. My goal is to sell at least 110 copies, as the advance sales determine the size of the print run. I’m proud of … Continue reading →

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The Light At the End of the Tunnel?
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Posted on April 14, 2016 by

My daughter and I had a peaceful spring break. I did what I could to keep her on schedule, to not let her spend much of the day in her pajamas, lounging with the iPad. Caroline and I were both … Continue reading →

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Reading to Benefit Autism A to Z
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Posted on April 10, 2016 by

I will be reading at a very special autism awareness event on Saturday, April 23, 2016. Called Celebrating Life on the Spectrum, the reading will be hosted by the nonprofit organization Autism A to Z. I will be joined by Bay … Continue reading →

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Spring Break
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Posted on April 7, 2016 by

It’s spring break! Katie and I are taking a much needed vacation on the coast, but Katie wanted me to say hi. (Katie may have a speech delay, but that doesn’t mean she’s not an extrovert.) Have a wonderful week, … Continue reading →

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Only Four Weeks Remain for Pre-Sales of Across An Aqueous Moon
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Posted on April 3, 2016 by

Advance sales of my poetry collection, Across An Aqueous Moon: Travels in Autism, are halfway over. The pre-sales period ends on April 29th. My goal is to sell at least 110 copies, as the advance sales determine not only the size of the print … Continue reading →

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April is Autism Awareness Month
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Posted on April 1, 2016 by

April is Autism Awareness Month, and to celebrate, Future Horizons, Inc. made this video featuring Dr. Temple Grandin. It’s simple and inspiring, just like Dr. Grandin herself. Enjoy!

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Another Trip Around The Sun
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Posted on March 31, 2016 by

Exactly one year ago today, in the final hours of my 50th year on earth, I submitted a chapbook-length manuscript to Finishing Line Press.. Last October, they accepted it for publication. And today I am halfway through the pre-sales period, … Continue reading →

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The Dark Before Dawn
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Posted on March 24, 2016 by

I hate it when I’m right. At least about stuff like this. My daughter is in full out behavioral free fall. Every negative thing she has ever done is being resurrected before my eyes, and I’m powerless to stop it … Continue reading →

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Petaluma Reader’s Theatre to Revive Defining Moments Production
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Posted on March 20, 2016 by

I’m super excited to announce that the Petaluma Reader’s Theatre (PRT) will be reviving their show, Defining Moments: Personal Stories of Joy and Regret, which includes my story, Elliott Comes to Play. The show is on Saturday, April 16th at … Continue reading →

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