This past weekend we went to New Jersey to visit Liz Peck (a.k.a. Grammy Peck) Pop-Pop, Nana, Aunt Gwen and the cousins Fiona and Mada. We took Thorin to NYC for his maiden visit. It was a 4 hour visit which at 8 years old –plus some sensory challenges– 3 and a half hours too long. He did take photographs for approximately 15 minutes which is when he was the happiest. (titles his.)
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If you could only do one thing in Battery Park I would recommend the Sea Glass Carousel. It’s like a spiritual experience or maybe just watching Thorin enjoy it from another seat is.
It’s time to go:
The Grumpiest Lady Liberty Ever
a typical son 
Once again, I am captivated by Thorin’s photos. I don’t know which one I like best. I have too many favorites!
This is a great blog. I was a special education teacher for five years and paraprofessional for three years and worked with adults with developmental disabilities for ten years. My son has Tourette syndrome so I can relate to some of the issues you raise here. Your pride in your son and celebration of him is evident. Oh yeah…once upon a time, I went to school with Ward at Gettysburg. Glad that he and his family is doing so well. -Jeff Eckert
Hello! Thank you for your kind words. Yes to pride and celebration– I’m am always happy to hear it translates. Ward says: Hi!