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Now I See the Moon: A Mother, a Son, a Miracle
by
Elaine Hall
When her son, Neal, was diagnosed withautism, former Hollywood acting coach Elaine Hall, aka Coach E, took matters into her own hands and used her resources to guide him toward an increasingly independent life. In the process, she founded The Miracle Project, a groundbreaking organization that uses the performing arts to connect with children with autism. Both controversia...more
Hardcover, 304 pages
Published
June 29th 2010
by Harper
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The author has undoubtedly done very well with her autistic son, and helped other autistic kids with her Miracle Project. However...she is annoying. She is just sooo upper middle class and privileged (not to mention being in the LA celebrity scene!). She has many more financial, educational, and personal resources than most people. Not that I begrudge her any of them in being an advocate for her son and other kids. Also the religious/spiritual stuff, which includes relentless positivity, gets to...more
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This book was truly inspirational. It is a must read for anyone that has a child with autism. Even if you don't have a child with autism you learn so much on how to deal with the difficult things in life and how to be a more compassionate person. This woman was so intune with the spirit and would follow the inspiration that she was given and miracles would happen. Her son is not "cured" from autism and they still have many struggles, but they have made leaps and bounds and she has impacted the A...more
My daughter is a participant in The Miracle Project in Brooklyn so I was very interested in reading the founder's story. The organization really is remarkable and the performances I have seen have been so inspiring.
Although her story is quite remarkable, I had a really hard time dealing with the spiritual/religious aspect of the book. I just couldn't help the eye-rolling when she would go on about "angels". I was also put off by the Jewish support group linked to the original LA one. Our child...more
Although her story is quite remarkable, I had a really hard time dealing with the spiritual/religious aspect of the book. I just couldn't help the eye-rolling when she would go on about "angels". I was also put off by the Jewish support group linked to the original LA one. Our child...more
I think this book is a must-read not just for parents with children of special needs and for anyone pursuing a degree in education, but for anyone who wants to learn how to love completely. Throughout this book my interpretation of the author's (Elaine Hall)writing was that she came across as too nicey-nice and sweet to the point I felt she was being fake and portraying an unrealistic situation of the demands of raising a child with special needs. Even after finishing the book I think it would h...more
I read this book because Heather had suggested it as a book for a book club that we were starting. I imagine Heather had suggested this title because I have been interested in figuring out ways that the library could do outreach to Colorado's growing number of families that have children impacted with autism. While I still think this is a great goal, this book has made me more fully aware of the challenges. I loved Elaine Hall's story, her bravery, and her devotion to her adopted son Neal. I lik...more
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What a great coming of age story, for both the mom and her son! This book has touched on what this family has gone through with not being able to have a child, then adopting a child from Russia, to soon finding out their adopted son has autism. I just think of so many visions this woman has had of her future and how every one of them has been shattered... As a teacher, it is such a gift to be able to catch a glimpse of what the parents and the children we are working with go through. This was a...more
I first became aware of Elaine and Neal through the documentary Autism: The Musical, and when I discovered that Elaine had written a book I was pretty thrilled. Now I See The Moon does pretty well at filling in gaps that Autism: The Musical didn't go into. There's more detail about Neal's adoption and early years, but I particularly liked the detail after the documentary had been filmed; the information about where his life went, particularly regarding his blossoming communication and the brave...more
I liked some parts of this book. The strategies she suggests for playing and for entering the world of an autistic child are insightful and helpful. I did find the book, at times, just too cloying. That could just be me.
Riding on the success of the documentary "Autism: The Musical", the director of the Miracle Project comes out with this (co-written) book. I wish I had just watched Autism: The Musical another couple of times instead of picking up this rambling memoir. One problem is the tense (always the present) which some believe is the only option for non-fiction (to make it immediate and gripping, is the theory). Sadly, this approach leads to some very awkward sentences (such as "On a recent day, I go on a...more
The author is a woman who adopted a young male child from Russia, who turns out to be autistic. The book details the therapies and interventions that worked for their family and with other families she met.
I think most readers might find some of the author's insights on her spiritual life too "New Age-y." But I commend her for putting her true self out there.
Dec 22, 2012
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Wow. What an incredible story with wonderful insight for all parents. Can't wait to lead the book club discussion on this one!
This book opens ones mind to possibilities. It celebrates resilience, determination and love. I found it very touching and real.
Oct 13, 2010
Jessica
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This is the most powerful, inspirational and positive book I have yet read on autism. It encourages me to keep trying new techniques and really see my son for who he is - a loving, curious, bright boy. His autistic traits are just one part of his make-up and they equally provide heartbreaking frustrations and amazing talents.
While not a "can't put it down" book, it does give a good view of autism.
This candid story of one woman's journey to parent an adopted child with autism, dyspraxia and other related difficulties is a chronicle of fierce persistence. The dedication Hall has to her son is amazing. Many would have given up, but her perseverence humbles the reader and provides fresh hope. I loved how the book was set up in manageable pieces, so it was easy to pick up and put down at any time. Great, fluid read for anyone seeking to see what it is like to daily live with the challenges of...more
A mother with an adopted son with autism.
It's about autisum. Very interesting.
... the reason for me to rate 5*
... letting me to read non-stop for 8 hours
... shed tears to the end
... googled the real Elaine Hall @ FB
... the miracle which she holds on
... letting me to read non-stop for 8 hours
... shed tears to the end
... googled the real Elaine Hall @ FB
... the miracle which she holds on
the memoir of The Miracle Project founder, Coach E and her adoption of Neal, her son who has severe autism. She founded a theater program where Autism: The Musical began. FABULOUS READ. Inspirational does not even begin to describe how heartwarming this book was.
This memoir tells about Elaine Hall's journey with her adopted son Neal, who has autism. I was previously introduced to her and Neal in the excellent documentary she put together, Autism: The Musical, which I found very moving.
Oct 05, 2010
Kelli
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a powerful book...saw so much that was familiar. Borrowed this from the library, read it cover to cover, but I have to go out and buy it to keep. It was that good.
Jul 05, 2010
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awesome book. inspirational! go read it.
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