Episode 38- Bonnie Trulove, Sometimes It Just Takes A Smile

Episode 38- Bonnie Trulove, Sometimes It Just Takes A SmileThis episode features Bonnie Trulove from Montgomery, Alabama who is an amazing mom, friend and an advocate for autism and special need abilities. You’ll hear some of her journey in this episode. She has three children that she and husband Tim have raised with passion and compassion. Believing in independence and having her kids step up to personal responsibility when they hit the teen years created an open dialogue that continues—she truly enjoys her adult kids. Bonnie says a "smile" is sometimes just what a mom who has a special needs kid or say "hi" and acknowledge their child. Those gestures can mean so much.Bonnie's broad background in education, counseling and experience prepared her for exactly what she needed to help equip her kids with life skills. You’ll hear her talk about the abilities of her son Jack and some of the challenges and opportunities on the horizon. Tune in!Song used by permission "Stomp" written by Donica Knight Holdman and Jim HuffMusic "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff