Guest guest Posted November 21, 2004 Report Share Posted November 21, 2004 Barbara Well said. Ginny---As I'm sure you know, it takes strength to deal with the daily routines of a disabled child, but I think it takes more strength to deal with society and their acceptance. A saying we have in our IV support group, which I dealy love and take to heart, is " We thought we would teach our children about the world but ended up teaching the world about our children." In a message dated 11/21/2004 9:47:49 AM Eastern Standard Time, RSD-CRPSofAmerica writes: Subject: Re: Ginny/autismGinny - When I meet with a child and their parent/s for the first time, I frequently find myself thinking "Thank God" or "Oh cr@p," not because of how seriously troubled a little one may be, but rather because of the obstacles that must first be cleared out of the way. How sad it is when a parent's own personal issues, even with (and sometimes because of) the great love that they may hold, interfere with a child getting everything that they need. It's an incredible joy for me when I meet a parent who is a strong and loving advocate for their child. Your son has been blessed to have you. Barbara ( who shares your frustration with how mothers of kids who had autism were viewed not so very long ago) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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