A Sister’s Special Bond with her Brother
My brother Lincoln is 20 years old, and I am 22. Growing up, I found it difficult to relate to my brother. It didn't seem like he was interested in having a relationship with me.
As I learned more about autism, I realized that our friendship would have to be different than I expected.
I started paying attention to his interests, like the video games he plays, books he reads, and tv shows he watches. I started asking questions, and he was happy to respond. He introduced me to the TV show The Last Airbender, and suddenly, we seemed to have a lot more in common. Now, we watch the reruns and make jokes about the characters all the time - it's about a brother and sister who help save the world.
Although I know how to talk to my brother and have fun with him, most people don't. They are unsure of what to say or how to approach him.
