“ I am a parent of a lovely seven year old daughter. I am a full time student as well as an ABA therapist. I love to read, walk and spend time with my daughter. I am here to meet like minded parents who are on the same journey as I am. ”

“ My name is Shilah Jackson, my son Jovan is 12 years old and was recently diagnosed with HFA (high functioning autism) He was on a wait list at OHSU for neuropsyc apt when I lost my job. Now CUP will not pay for his treatment there and I need help! ”

“ My Name is Jody, I have 2 sons. Charles, 12 yrs. and has AD/HD and Aspergers, Ben, 4 yrs. and is being tested for Asperger and ADHD. The dr. say it's Autism but is giving me the run around. I would like to talk to other parents and not be judged. ”

“ Embedded instrumentation software and hardware engineer specializing in non-contact temperature measurement; pyrometry and rare earth phosphorescent thermometry. ”

“ My six year old struggles with social interaction. He has cerebral palsy and autism, although both are mild. He is easily overwhelmed and overstimulated.I am hoping other parents might have some ideas how to work with his anger and frustration issue. ”

“ I am a proud mother of 2 and proud girlfriend of 1! I am too young and too tired to be this out of shape and I am looking forward to having people to walk with. I want to be proud again when I look in the mirror. I am ready to turn heads again... LOL ”

“ A mother with a 6yr old boy with ASD and started a non-profit with a therapist called A hope for autism, we focus on in home programs from start to finish:} and have support groups for parents www.ahopeforautism.org. NEVER GIVE UP! ”

“ My name is Dana and I am newly divorced in a very "married" community. I own a business. I have 3 kids, the oldest of which has ADD and possible high functioning autism. ”

“ Stay at home mom with 2 middle school boys that I home school due to our oldest son needing to learn individually due to his Asperger's Syndrome. Looking for friends with like interests. My hobbies are quilting, gardening, genealogy and web design. ”

“ FOUNDER HUSHINTL A (non-profit) founded in 2008 to improve,give voice, and empower people with disability in Oregon and SW Washington. We also embrace relatives, friends and love ones of a disable to j www.handicapunitedtoservehumanity.webs.com ”

“ Rich founded the Amazing Life Institute and over the years has helped thousands resolve their most difficult problems and negative behaviors while gently accelerating their transformation through opening full spiritual awareness and human potential. ”

“ Hi, my name is Tracy, mom of Harmony with down syndrome, my little reward in life. and Breana my tenderheart with autism spectrum. We'd love some friends ”

“ Hi my name is Tammy. I'm a photographer, wife and the mother of 2 boys. I'm self employed and have a studio in my home. Check out my web site www.fraleyphotography.com. I'm looking forward to meeting new people here. ”

“ Hi, my name is Darla. My husband, James and I have a 10 year old daughter and a 7 year old son. We live in Salem, Oregon. Our son is in 1 grade and on the spectrum scale. He is a sweet and funny little boy. He has come to the age where he is more and mor ”

“ Hello my name is Frances Pixley. I am married with one child (son) and I am also grandma to granddaughter (step). I have been married now for 9yrs and it has been wonderful. We have bulldog named Isabo and I wouldnt tread her for anything. ”

“ Married to a wonderful guy Paul. My second marriage. I have 3 girls ages Kaylie 17, Emmilie 14, and Airiana 2 Years old. Also my step son lives with us his name is David and he is 18. Moved to Oregon in August 2003 from Kansas so a mid-west girl. ”