Carson couldn't ask for a better "big" brother then Reed. Even if Reed is 18 months younger then Carson, there is no doubt that Carson looks up to Reed. Reed is so good with him too. He loves his brother unconditionally just like mom and dad do. It breaks my heart that Reed doesn't have the typical brother relationship, that I know he wishes he had. He will say to us, he doesn't have anyone to play with. Reed and Carson do play together. They wrestle around from time to time. He will tickle Carson to make him giggle. Reed is gentle and kind to his brother. I am sure he gets frustrated, but he keeps his cool.
Because Carson demanded so much of our attention in the beginning years of our Autism journey, Reed learned to entertain himself, with his cartoons, video games etc. He doesn't have friends over. I hate that he gives up so much of a typical life.
Reed has chores to do to earn his allowance - Carson doesn't have chores. Why not? Why doesn't Carson have to do homework? Why doesn't Carson have to eat a serving of vegetables with his supper?
But the kid is just as amazing as his brother. Reed supports Carson, he protects him, he is proud of him, he loves him. A year or so ago, Reed told us that when he gets married he will have a place for Carson to live with him. Even typing that sentence gives me a lump in my throat and tear to my eye. A teenage boy should not already be thinking about taking care of his brother when he is older. I have been blessed with a young man named Reed that has a big heart and loves his special brother unconditionally. And you know what, they are best friends.
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