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There is something profound in Jack’s gaze. He almost never stops moving, exploring, touching, tasting, engaging the world in his own unique ways.  He is unable to speak and tell us his how he feels, or what he wants, or needs. So we look for other cues, and learn to communicate on his terms. I love to make photographs of Jack, and capture those moments when he stops, to engage, and give you the gaze. I am learning to record the essence of Jack.   Jack has had a difficult life, but is able to capture the hearts of many people in his life. Jackie lives with profound autism. God bless Jack, and the people who care about him.