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The Thief Autism

The Thief Autism Thief! Childhood stolen by cowardly thief ~ Hiding in the shadows – masked face! Bandit! Holding hostage gifts and talents ~ Creation’s praise left penniless! Feckless burglar! Looting joy! Friendship hijacked ~ Words embezzled in mute babbles! Surly swine! Poaching laughter! Filching precious moments ~ Like a home invasion! Kidnapper! Of expression’s delight or the touch of love ~ Imprisoning the uniquely crafted thought! Pickpocket! Purloined priceless life cheated of hope ~ Criminal with no wanted poster Mugger! Strips bones - a prisoner’s frantic search for keys ~ To open sunrise - yearning to rush into the arms of life Autism! Doesn’t play fair with innocence ~ Small victories celebrated like battles won! Warriors! Embrace the precious souls locked within themselves Armed with prayers and patience. Dedicated to all who suffer with autism, all who love and work with these precious ones and all who work to change their lives with hope! 7-1-21 Contest: Let Er’ Rip #3 Sponsor: John Lawless

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Juliet Ligon

Date: 7/16/2021 8:28:00 AM

This is awesome! Unique way of expressing what is stolen with autism. My cousin has autism and he can't speak, but he typed on the computer, "No one understands me."

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/22/2021 9:12:00 AM

Thank you so much Julia! Autism truly is a thief of the worst kind! On the one hand being able to communicate via computer is a miracle (our grandson can also use the communicate as he can't speak) it is heartbreaking to know of their pain! So grateful that you shared your cousin's story! Sending both of you prayers and blessings.

Beata Agustin

Date: 7/16/2021 3:24:00 AM

Congrats! Thanks for sharing this... expressing very well the "realities" exposing autism's impact... Indeed, we need warriors, armed with prayers and patience, along with the Lord's love. God bless you.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/22/2021 9:07:00 AM

Hi Beata! Thank you. Your lovely poetry about your special son encouraged me to write about autism. We both know and believe that prayer is a special tool. I thank my God that you are one of God's prayer warriors! Blessings to you!

Terry Flood

Date: 7/11/2021 3:44:00 PM

Congrats on your win, with this poem that rather puts my ‘toilet rolls’ in the shade, Sam. Terry. P.S. you’re not having my trophy though ;-)

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:25:00 AM

OK! OK! You can keep the trophy! You did write an excellent write. Made my head nod in agreement, with a smile, as I just struggled to unwind a new roll! :s. On a more serious note, thank you Terry. I am grateful to have a plateform to express my feelings on the subject of autism! All the best!

John Lawless

Date: 7/11/2021 12:53:00 PM

A personification of the depths of Autism for all involved.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:19:00 AM

Thank you so much John not only for your generous placement but for the opportunity to express the anger and frustration of watching a beautiful child descend into a world he can't get out of through no fault of his own! - to gather a caring community together of like experience and thank those who work miracles! Blessings to you!

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 7/11/2021 11:05:00 AM

Back again with congrats on your well deserved win

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 11:10:00 AM

Thank you so much foryour congratulatory note. I so appreciate it! Means alot!

Brian Sambourne

Date: 7/11/2021 10:41:00 AM

Exceptionally well penned, Sam. You've caught the layered anger + deep frustration with autism in children precisely. Congratulations! Brian

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 11:29:00 AM

Thank you so much Brian! This contest was a singular and unique opportunity to express the "many layers" of feelings I have had as we work with and love our special grandchild with autism. This poem seems to have touched so many who are touched by this terrible condition! Thank you for joining me in my rant with your consoling words. Blessings to you!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/11/2021 8:40:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. WOW!!! What an amazing story/write. Your pen was writing overtime on this one. Enjoy your win/Sunday with blessings..........

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 11:20:00 AM

Paula, thank you! Your messages always brighten my day and put a smile on my face. Much gratitude and many thanks! Sending you bunches of blessings!

Marilene Evans

Date: 7/11/2021 8:27:00 AM

Congratulations, Sam! This is so true, I feel so bad with autistic children and I'm glad that insurance laws changed to cover Autistic treatments. I appreciate the parents and the ones educating them for their patience. However, there are parents who want 24 hours care for their autistic children and this is very sad because they do not want to be involved. I dealt with this Autistic cases, parents who don't want to put time to help their autistic children.

Christuraj Alex

Date: 7/11/2021 7:42:00 AM

Well written. Congratulations!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:42:00 AM

Thank you so much Chris! Your words are a blessing!

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 7/7/2021 9:03:00 PM

Much needed words, Sam, drawing our attention to this dreadful condition.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 11:14:00 AM

Thank you so much Seeker! You have described it perfectly - "dreadful condition" robbing its victims - especially those low on the specturm. Thank you for sharing in my rant. My prayer is that we find the key to let these wonderful, precious people out of their prisons! Blessings to you!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/4/2021 7:19:00 PM

It has increased exponentially with the increasing number of vaccinations they keep giving kids. We used to get maybe 8 to 10 vaccinations in our whole childhood and now they are up to 72!! A few of my family have autism in their own kids now. it's all so tragic. Good writing.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:56:00 AM

Thank you dear friend! It is tragic! I so hope and pray that one day we will find the key to unlocking this mystery and set its victims free. Your words are a blessing to my heart. Thank you! I will keep your family in my prayers.

Rama Balasubramanian

Date: 7/3/2021 4:07:00 AM

I liked the way you wrote this poem. The warriors part was very good. All the best for contest

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:51:00 AM

Thank you so much Rama! Your words mean the world to me. I do believe there are "warriors" fighting this condition - the people with autism, the professionals who make miracles, the families and those who, in faith, pray for a solution. Thank you for being one of them! Blessings to you! :D

Suzette Richards

Date: 7/3/2021 3:02:00 AM

My daughter was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome very late in life - almost too late to give her the much-needed help she needed growing up. She was misdiagnosed with ADD during her first school years, and this label stuck. I had a job on my hands to resist drugging her with prescribed medications. Love your poem as you are spot on with each and every point of the situation.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:47:00 AM

Bless your heart Suzette! You have walked this road and experienced the roadblocks of frustrations. Hats off to you for your perseverance. Your daughter is indeed blessed to have a wonderful advocate who never quit! This contest was a unique opportunity to express my feelings and to bring together many others who daily fight this horrible condition. Thank you for your message and for sharing your journey. I hope and pray you and your family are doing well!

Harry Horsman

Date: 7/3/2021 1:31:00 AM

Awesome poetry, Sam, love how you wrote this, the shape and the words blend so well together.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:39:00 AM

Harry, many thanks and much gratitude coming your way. Thank you for sharing in my rant and for your wonderfully supportive words. I cannot tell you how much they mean to me! Thank you! Sending you bunches of blessings!

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 7/2/2021 1:24:00 PM

This is a passionate write about this horrible phenomenon that has burst into the lives of so many innocent precious children, so difficult and heartbreaking. It comes in many forms. Asperger's is on the spectrum, and people just do not understand the 'different' behavior individuals with 'hidden conditions' have. Thank you for writing this, and asking for prayer, it is needed for the so many trapped by it, and the families whose lives are wrapped around these precious kids as well.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:35:00 AM

BJ, your precious words of support and understanding deeply touch my heart. THANK YOU! It is a heartbreaking condition that robs children and adults of the fullness of life and the joy of expressing their gifts to the world. These people are precious! There are so many wonderful professionals who do work miracles - we have experienced those miracles with one of your grandchildren. It is an honor to gather a community to pray for a solution to this multi-facted bandit! Thank you for your prayers! Blessings to you my friend!

Jo Chamberlain

Date: 7/2/2021 1:21:00 PM

Great imagery. I have worked with some amazingly talented, wonderful people living with autism. I always say dream big! if you dream it you can do it. :-)

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:12:00 AM

Thank you! You do wonderful work indeed Joanna! We still have big dreams for our oldest grandchild. You are so right. We never stop looking for the miracles in the small steps! So grateful for your visit and sharing your story. Through the work of your hands you get to help create those mircles! Blessings to you.

Jan Allison

Date: 7/2/2021 1:18:00 PM

Excellent ink Sam these children are so misunderstood - i worked with Asperger's students for 16 year. i especially like 'kidnappers' and 'bandit' :-) hugs Jan xx

Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/13/2021 10:07:00 AM

Thank you so much Jan! Can you tell how far behind I am in answering messages? :( Our oldest grandchild is a child with autism. I get so angry that this beautiful child has been striken with with condition! The theme was a great way to let off some steam but also to connect with so many who have a child with autism. And to say thank you to the professionals like you who make miracles for them. Much gratitude coming your way. Many hugs.