More Than Words...

Autism - A Mothers Perspective Through  Poetry

The poems in this book were initially written as a way of coping with the emotions I felt when I was  told that Sam had Autism...  I will never forget the pain I felt that day or the fear...  

After the initial shock I decided to learn all I could to help my Son with his difficult journey... I call it a journey because Autism is a journey, it is not a destination !  Many of these poems are about what we learned as a family along the way and how we have each coped...

I have received many notes from people who have bought the book telling me how much understanding and comfort it has given them...  I have added a few of these comments below.

ENDORSEMENTS

Gillian Naysmith is  an ordinary mother with an extraordinary talent.  Gillian's unconditional love for her autistic son is emotionally and beautifully illustrated throughout her thought provoking poems.  Gillian encapsulates the many aspects of this complex and perplexing condition, the words in her work, will leave a mark on you forever.

Nuala Gardner – Author of ‘A Friend Like Henry’ and Founder of  charity ‘Friends Of Henry Foundation’

Gillian Naysmith is a very talented and gifted writer.  I am honoured that she and I are friends and advocates in the ever growing world of autism awareness.  I have had the privilege to read some of her work and knew right away that she had a passion for writing and also that she is a very devoted and loving mother to her children.  This book of poetry truly comes from the heart and will bring understanding and healing to those who read it.  I know without a doubt that you will enjoy this book from front to back.   

Mallory Records Nashville Recording Artist and "Missing Pieces" song writer -- Mark Leland

Gillian Naysmith gives dignity and hope to parents and children facing this most difficult of challenges, she speaks for us all

Rupert Isaacson – Author of ’The Horse Boy’ and Producer of the documentary ‘The Horse Boy Movie’.  Rupert is also founder of ‘The Horse Boy Foundation’.

I was inspired when I first met Gillian with her energy and commitment to making a difference for her child with autism and the so many others. Gillian’s poems will help so many , they are refreshing, real and honest. Many families that live with autism live a lonely isolated life, I know Gillian’s beautiful poems will be a lifeline to many. Gillian is a true ‘Autism Mother’ and I am proud to know her.

Polly Tommey – Mother of an Autistic son – Founder of the Autism Trust and Editor-In-Chief of the Autism File Magazine

BOOK COMMENTS

Liz Hay - Gillian just want to say thanks, I received your book today, It was like reading about Sean, tugged at a lot of heart strings, you've helped me understand why Sean does a lot of what he does, now when he does some things, I'll have a wee bit better knowledge as to what he is meaning, thank you again.

Wanda Argo - Read this book of poems. If you have an Autistic child, it will reach your very core.

Jacqui King - Everyone should read it. so insightful and great for awareness. If I had an autistic kid I’d give it to all family members to help them "get it" since so many don’t

Trudi Hart - This is a great book which has been written by such a loving mother and woman whom has expressed alot of our feelings too in her work.

Lisa Bird - Hi Gillian - wanted to say a big thank you for your wonderful book, it came today. I read two poems and couldn't read anymore through my tears. I will be ordering some more copies for my family.

Kevin Fox  -  As a Dad of a boy with Autism, I have never read such a heart filled book in all my days.  This is by a mum who cares not only for her own child but every Autistic person in the world.  If you love someone with Autism,  you cant miss this book,  I love it!!!

Anthony Curwen  - Have been up all night reading your poems and you have inspired me to do more and raise awareness a lot more .

© G Naysmith - 2010

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