Autism Blog: Benjamin Breaking Barriers

Benjamin Tarasewicz is a talented young performer and public speaker, and he has autism. His inspiring life story of overcoming adversity is documented in a book: Benjamin Breaking Barriers: Autism — A Journey of Hope. This blog takes up where the book leaves off, near the end of Benjamin's sophomore year in high school. Gain a new perspective from Benjamin and from his mother, Malva.

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February New Orleans Trip

March 26, 2023by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

New Orleans is a vibrant and fascinating city that lives up to its nickname, “The Big Easy,” with a friendly and laid-back feel. Various cultures, (primarily French, African, Native Indian, […]

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October Trip to Oahu & Maui

March 7, 2023by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

from Benjamin: I was ten when I first visited my grandparents, plus my aunt and uncle, on the island of Oahu. My intense life of 24/7 autism therapy had brought […]

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Celebrating Over 10 Years of BBB Events!

March 6, 2023by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

We are celebrating over 10 years of Benjamin Breaking Barriers events with a newly constructed website! http://www.BenjaminBreakingBarriers.com Please visit us virtually and enjoy many photos on 5 inviting pages. In […]

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Advocacy, Autism presentations, Bullying, celebration, Education, Inclusion, Music, Performances, Singing, Special Occasions, Theater

Breaking Barriers Speed-Dating

December 5, 2022by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

For the first time since Covid lockdown, the Autism Society of Boulder County held a gala fundraiser, and just as in previous years, I was invited to be the emcee. […]

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Advocacy, Background info, celebration, Challenges/"Differences", Compassion, diversity, Emotions, Friendship, Relationships, Special Occasions

Shine Prom in Niwot

October 29, 2022by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

In 2020, just before Covid hit, I attended my first Shine Prom, during a major February snowstorm, in south Denver (a considerable drive from our home in Boulder). https://benjaminbreakingbarriers.wordpress.com/2020/03/10/night-to-shine-and-more/ This […]

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Dancing, Friendship, Inclusion, sensory-friendly, Special Occasions, Volunteering

Cinderella!

September 17, 2022by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

Two years ago, in March, the musical-theater show I was working on had to close down just hours before opening night because of Covid lockdown. https://benjaminbreakingbarriers.wordpress.com/2020/05/05/images-poetry-of-our-covid19-quarantine/ As you can imagine, […]

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Friendship, Inclusion, Singing, Theater

Midori

August 23, 2022by Malva and Benjamin 2 Comments

In memory of Midori, my little parrot(January 2015 – February 2022)Many of you know that Midori, my little conure parrot, passed away unexpectedly in early February, just before our Florida […]

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Animals, Emotions, Friendship, Hobbies, Parenting

My hero, Jake!

June 13, 2022by Malva and Benjamin 2 Comments

Throughout my mom’s entire concert season of playing in the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra, I’ve been looking forward to the final performance: Jake Shimabukuru, ukulele player supreme and star of the […]

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celebration, Music, Role model, Special Occasions

Florida Trip!

March 29, 2022by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

In February, my mom and I went on our first airline trip since Covid…to Florida! A new and exciting adventure since we’ve never been to this part of the country. […]

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Resuming Presentations

March 28, 2022by Malva and Benjamin Leave a comment

Benjamin: After a two-year pause forced by Covid, I felt privileged to give my presentation, “Living with Autism,” back at my good-old Fairview High School. This was for a special […]

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Advocacy, Autism presentations, diversity, Education, School

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  • February New Orleans Trip
  • October Trip to Oahu & Maui
  • Celebrating Over 10 Years of BBB Events!
  • Breaking Barriers Speed-Dating
  • Shine Prom in Niwot
  • Cinderella!
  • Midori
  • My hero, Jake!
  • Florida Trip!
  • Resuming Presentations
  • Celebratory Sailplane Ride
  • Nesting Robins – An Interview
  • Summer Solstice
  • Social Re-Emergence A Whole Year Past Pandemic Lockdown Period
  • Sharing a Beloved Violin
  • Virtual Choir and Life Now
  • Encore Performance of Garden Concert
  • Insect Fun
  • Garden Concert – LIVE!
  • One Silver Lining of a Crazy Time
  • Images/Poetry of Our COVID19 Quarantine
  • Night to Shine and more
  • Joy of Music and Sharing
  • Furry Friends
  • November News
  • Benjamin’s Quarter Century!
  • Visits to Camphills Hudson and Triform in New York
  • New York City Impressions
  • New York, New York!
  • Dogs, Dogs, and More Dogs
  • Travel Opportunities – Vancouver, BC
  • Travel Opportunities – Germany
  • Speaking at Berlin British School!
  • Garden’s Gold
  • Springing Into Spring!
  • Autumnal Equinox Update
  • School Resource Officers Conference in Colorado Springs
  • Pennsylvania Trip Wraps the Performance Season
  • Springtime Garden
  • Giving Back
  • Busy Busy Busy
  • “One-Man-Show”
  • Technology — Communication Concerns
  • Elf – KoAloha – Meditation!
  • Magical Music
  • Keynote for Kennedy Krieger Institute
  • Grandma’s Garden
  • Pee Little Thrigs and a Uke!
  • Spotlight on Benjamin and “BrainSong”
  • Spring Round Up

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