Betsy boo is our 3 year old daughter. She is Amazing, Unique, Talented, Individual, Sensitive, Thoughtful, Indestructible, Cool. She is also Autistic. To be honest we didn't know what autism was and are still learning. It is a problem with the brain. It happens when kids are born, and is often not picked up until they are older, at school or later. Sometimes it is not picked up at all. There are many different levels of autism, some more severe than others and hence is a spectrum disorder. Regardless of the severity it is often a very lonely and sad place to be. Thankfully with help from charities like Autism Bedfordshire and Afasic, we have our Betsy boo back!! To raise money and awareness around autism we will be kayaking over 150 miles down the River Thames on 6th -- 9th May 2014. We are looking to use social media, Facebook, Twitter, blogging, YouTube, as well as traditional forms, such as this poster to raise that awareness. Betsy is always going to be autistic, but there ARE things we can do, as parents, family, friends and the community. Our ask is that you sponsor, and/or follow us on our journey. Every bit and tweet will count. Thank you.