Have you ever noticed that you become more aware of something or someone when it touches or enters your life? Something as simple as noticing a different style of a car, or someone carrying a new handbag. All of a sudden you see them everywhere! You become to realize they're not "new" you are just "aware" they exist.

Apparently Autism awareness has been celebrated since the 1970's .... I only knew this disorder was in existence for maybe the past 10 years. Now, it seems to be on the news, in magazine articles and in social discussions on a regular basis. Autism has touched my life in a personal way making me more personally "aware."

I ask that you take a moment to read the attached article and make yourself more aware of this difficult neurological disorder. When you see a child (usually) a boy out of control, not listening to a parent or maybe screaming take a moment before you judge the parent as being "lazy" and ask yourself, "is he/she Autistic?" These children need our prayers, love and patience.

In honor of National Autism Awareness month the Origami Owl Company has created a special charm ....

The tiny puzzle pieced heart has been designed to create the symbol to represent Autism.

National Autism Awareness Month

In order to highlight the growing need for concern and awareness about autism, the Autism Society has been celebrating National Autism Awareness Month since the 1970s. The United States recognizes April as a special opportunity for everyone to educate the public about autism and issues within the autism community.
Join the Autism Society in getting involved with the autism community this April.
Put on the Puzzle! The Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon is the most recognized symbol of the autism community in the world. Autism prevalence is now one in every 88 children in America. Show your support for people with autism by wearing the Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon – as a pin on your shirt, a magnet on your car, a badge on your blog, or even your Facebook profile picture - and educate folks on the potential of people with autism! To learn more about the Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon visit http://www.autism-society.org/about-us/puzzle-ribbon.html. To purchase the Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon for your shirt, car, locker or refrigerator, click here.

If you are interested in creating your own memory locket please email me at baskets4anita@aol.com