Love it Forward List

Picture by Peter Burdon Writing a card for someone who is autistic (whether it’s for a birthday, thank-you, just-because, or support) is such a beautiful way to show you care. But sometimes we hesitate: “What should I say to make it truly welcoming?” Here are some simple, heartfelt tips to help: Be direct and clear Skip sarcasm, hints, or very abstract/figurative language. Instead of “You’re a ray of sunshine in my life,” try: “I’m really happy every time I see you” or “I enjoy spending time with you so much.” Say exactly what you feel or appreciate “I admire how honest you are about what you think.” “Thank you for teaching me so much about [topic they love].” “You matter a lot to me.” Keep it short and easy to read Use short paragraphs or bullet points if it helps. Write legibly (or use a clean font if printed). Many autistic people process straightforward, uncluttered text more comfortably. Mention specific things you value about them “I loved hearing you talk about dinosa...