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Raising two sons with Autism has been the most difficult
challenge that I have ever faced in this life. Watching them
deal daily with their handicaps and trying to help them in
every way I can has at times been painful, frustrating, and
even heart-breaking. Through it all, though, I have gained
more wisdom about living than I could have ever imagined. My
two sons have been my teachers as well as my students on how
to live and how to love. They have taught me more than I
could ever have learned on my own and they continue to show
me more each day.
I have learned from them that I am no
better than anyone else in this world. I may be able to do
some things that they can’t, but their lives are just as
precious and just as valuable as mine. As I watch my oldest
son be a friend to everyone in his school and share his
simple kindness with everyone he meets, I am warmed to the
depths of my being. I know, too, that he has touched hearts
and brightened souls everyday of his life here with his
gentle spirit and smiling face.
I have learned, too, from them that we
are all Children of God. We were all created by the same
loving hand. We are all souls in bodies sent here to choose
love, to share love, and to learn about love. When I look
into my youngest son’s shining eyes I can see that loving
soul within. He may not be able to say more than a few
words, but his laughter, smiles, and hugs speak volumes. He
may face a lifetime of challenges, but he will still be
teaching the world about love and joy everyday of it.
Having these two sons has shown me just
how much God loves us and just how much God wants us to love
each other. I try then to share my love and my joy everyday
with them, with my beautiful daughter, with my loving
family, with my wonderful friends, and with all of you
special souls who read my simple words. I hope that you all
do the same.
(c) 2007 Joseph J. Mazzella
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