On Sunday we all jumped on the family bandwagon to support Autism in the Walk for Awareness. It was a great day and it was so inspiring to see how many people came out to show their support. It sometimes restores your faith in the power of humanity, which never goes unappreciated.
I never really understood, in fact, I never knew what Autism was until members of my family were diagnosed. My gorgeous cousins are great kids, with the most supportive, strong and dedicated parents and family. They stop at nothing to ensure their children are given the best chance, the best opportunities in life. They have formed an undying love that breaches the norms of society, and are suitably equipped to look past it and be whole-heartedly grateful for their blessings in life.
This inspired me.
At the same time, I felt a little shameful. Sometimes, it is not until we see the strength in the underdog that we value our own.
When referring to her boys, my Aunty Lisa said to me “They have both taught us many valuable lessons. They have taught us to ignore the ignorant people. They have taught us patience and understanding. They have taught us Autism isn't a curse, it's a lesson in life we have to learn to accept. There is no cure for Autism but me and dad will spend the rest of our life doing what ever we can to support them both .We love our boys.”
If that doesn’t inspire you… read it again.
It makes me appreciate everything I am blessed with in life. It helps me want to continue to be a better person each day. It makes me grateful to have these sorts of people in my life.
I have said it before, and I will say it again. Never underestimate who you might learn from and take the most out of a life changing opportunity that might present itself from the most unlikely source. Don’t discount whom you might learn from, never deny yourself the opportunity.
Samantha K
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