If you ask her, Tallon is already famous. She has a camera-ready smile, a strong voice, and a library of videos where she opens toys and blind bags for her “audience” who is a loyal crew of family members who would not dare miss an upload. At just nine years old, Tallon has a stage presence that cannot be taught.
Diagnosed with autism at age two, Tallon’s world is one of texture, volume, and intensity. Sensory processing disorder, ADHD, and anxiety weave their way through her days, adding layers of challenge to things many take for granted. She avoids stairs, breezeways, elevators, and big crowds but she never avoids life. Tallon faces it all head-on, one new idea at a time.
She tells stories that unfold like movies. Her imagination is vast, her descriptions are vivid, and if you sit down long enough, you will probably learn more than you ever thought possible about Chuck E. Cheese and animatronics.
Through moving, family transitions, and growing up in a world that sometimes feels too loud, Tallon remains grounded in kindness. She is full of heart. She helps others. She makes people laugh. And even on the hard days, she is relentless in showing up, being bold, and staying true to herself.
Tallon loves animals, playing outdoors, and dreaming big. She has taught her family the kind of love that is unconditional, the kind of patience that rewires you, and the truth that different is not less, different is powerful.
Her family hopes to see her chase joy, walk across a graduation stage, and build a future that fits her own rhythm. “Tallonbug” is unstoppable because her differences are her strengths. As her family says, “She is loud, proud, and unstoppable. And the world is better for it.”
Family Connection of South Carolina provides services and resources to families who have a child with a disability or specialized healthcare need. Since 1990 we have served more than 100,000 families and today our services are needed more than ever. We focus on parent-to-parent support, guidance with navigating the complex healthcare system, and assistance with school meetings and special education plans.