Young Writers Society

So true! Autism is a heavy cross to bear - being constantly misunderstood is awful. I don't have autism but my heart is torn apart every time I'm misunderstood or if I hurt someone accidentally.
But it is also a gift, just as you said. It's a chance for the world to be perceived differently. And often many of those born with autism possess a higher IQ level than others. I find that absolutely fascinating! Plus, complete honesty is a treasure! I hope I didn't say anything that offends. I am in admiration of this work and have a rather scant knowledge of the subject. Thanks for shedding a clearer light on the issue! Keep writing!
-Shieldmaiden

katnes, you continue to amaze me, this is the third piece of writing I've reviewed of yours within the space of like half an hour, but i am please to keep coming across your pieces because they are emotional and raw and don't fail to impress me! this poem really touched my heart because i have a disabled cousin in my family and he never fails to make me smile and i am so proud of him and i wish the world could see those who are "different" with the same eyes they see everyone else who is "normal" because we are all different and unique and shouldn't have to hide it. you were simple yet expressive within this poem and it is and inspirational poem. i have no criticisms on this poem. all i can say is well done on such an amazing poem which i'm sure most people are touched by. keep writing these amazing pieces i can't wait to read more.

I love this poem so much. As person who has a sibling with autism, the subject really touches me. My brother doesn't fit a lot of the stereotypes of autism, and so it makes it harder for others to understand him. He is eight now, and is really extroverted and popular. Everyone in his grade knows his name. And that's great for him. But I've been wondering a lot lately about what it will be like when he becomes older and the differences become more apparent. What will his classmates say when he is pulled out of class to go to a "special" teacher? This poem really encourages the idea that autism should not be a defining characteristic of a person. It is a blessing that should be cherished, and no one should be judged just because they have autism. Even if some girls are athletes, people shouldn't automatically assume they are a tomboys. The same is true with autism. If the world could stop judging people with autism based on the stereotypes we attach to them, the world would be a better place, and this poem clearly relays this message through the touching question that everyone asks: why do I have to hide who I am? Beautiful job, and I cannot wait to read more of your work.

This is a beautiful poem. It expresses the pain autistic people go through each day, to prove to the world they are not plagued with a disease. I have people I know who are autistic. Some of them have a hard time at school, with people not understanding them. I would love to share this poem with them.
It was beautiful. Keep up the good work of writing.

I am basically in the same state of mind of you, I do not believe any disorder (was we call them) is a disease. I have a nice little way of putting it in, (it isn’t not mine) autism is not a disease, so it has no cure. It’s actually kind of a sad sentence when you put it that way..
as a little boring anecdote, I actually thought I had this disease, (for symptoms which actually led to another disorder I have yet to prove I have) because of symptoms I won’t name, and I made this little two- ways poem. It was sweet and stuff.. except a friend of mine changed upon it while reading my poem book- and now she believes I have that or insanity or wherever she understood from my poems. I hate how people first judge the fact you have that disorder, before even reading all the beauty behind that pain. But anyways, back to the review. I think there is a slight appearance of rhymes, maybe accidental, although your poem is mostly irregular at all points. Imagery and description is scarce, even completely absent I think- which is fine, but maybe you could’ve compared the feelings of autism, with another thing. I also like the evolution. You appear broken, almost distressed by this disorder at the beginning. I mean, you don’t insult it or repress it; it’s just like a shadow you wish weren’t there. And the end.. phew. I still think a nice little rhyme would’ve ended it all up quite nicely, with a boom which send us reeling. And that last line is perfectly true, «Our differences are our common denominators » -(Turkish airlines.) it’s almost as a super power. That’s what distinguish us from the rest, what makes us special- or maybe autistics are the normal ones and all commoners are the people we should call weirdos. I also hate how people use autistic as a common insult. I once heard « Oh that teacher forgot to give me back that paper I need for some reason, » (in a low, almost childish slow voice) « fudging autistic people.. »
But you can be sure I lighted him up, so don’t worry 🤗
(P.S: maybe a little tip on how your brought up the idea of seeing a therapist to your parents, you know; will be quite welcome. It’s not easy for me. I’d tell you why, but you’d hate me after)
Never should you try changing who you are, if you were as all the commoners outside- your life would have no savor. So keep writing, keep being autistic, keep being special and keep being who you are 💩

Hi Katnes!

Hope you're doing well today or tonight, depending on what side of the world you're on, obviously. I'm here to give you a review! Let's get right into it.

I love this poem, and I understand it. I don't have autism, but my friend has it. She expressed it a lot to me. To let her feelings out, ya know? Anyways, I love how you've described that autism isn't at all a deformity and it's really a gift. It's so sweet and I really love the way you've structured your poem.

I saw a couple of things that I'd like to point out real quick. Let's start from here:

Autisim is not a disease

And none of them are things you are intrested in

Autisim isn't losery

Sometimes the messege is missed

Autisim is a blessing

Autisim is just another thing that makes me special