There was a wonderful article in todays paper about an autistic daughter and her mothers determination that she would have a life and would be fulfilled. She's written a book..A Thorn in my Pocket. I loved what she said about hope.

"Never give up hope. Hope is different than control. It's not Hallmark cards - oh, it's all going to be all right - it's really a bet. You check out the odds, and you place your bet. That's how I describe hope."

Eustacia Cutler is the author and mother of Temple Grandin who has a master's degree from Arizona State and a doctorate for University of Ill.

Never give up hope!