That Emily Grodin, a young autistic woman, was very intelligent had never been in question—from an early age she’d shown clear signs that she fully understood what was going on around her, even though she couldn’t express it. Through the ups and downs and years gone by, Emily’s parents, Valerie and Tom, never gave up hope that Emily would one day be able to communicate with them. Until then, they put countless time, love, and attention towards ensuring Emily received the best care and support as they learned what it means to be parents to an autistic child. Written from Valerie’s point of view with insights and stories from Emily woven in, this is the story of Emily’s rapidly expanding communication since writing her first sentence, as well as they key moments of her childhood that led to her communication awakening. A story of unconditional love, faith in the face of difficulty, and the grace of perseverance and acceptance, it is a heartwarming memoir of a mother and daughter learning to see each other for who they are.