As an autistic person, I’ve often found myself drawn to things others may choose to overlook. One of those lifelong fascinations has been to do with the way vehicles interact with grassed areas. This can include any marks left when tyres press into softer ground. While it may sound niche, this interest may reflect something […]
The town had been going through a long, dry and warm spell. Grass had turned yellow, the rivers were very low, and the air felt dry, still and tired. And now, the talk of the town was about drought, and about how badly the land needed some rain. Twelve-year-old Sam was especially worried. He didn’t […]
Autism is often discussed in terms of difficulty and deficit. However, in my podcast episode, A New World Comes Into Focus, I offer a different lens: one shaped by quiet strengths and gradual clarity. I describe my experience as “Quiet Currents Under the Surface,” gradually revealing a new world. Over time, subtle differences in how […]
