Michael's World
Description: Autism Awareness
Charity: autismspeaks
Author: John Coyle
Credits: Special thanks to the Steffen's family for sharing thier beautiful son with the world
Views: 8224
Posted: 4/06/07 11:49 AM
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autism awareness
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posted by mami on 1/02/08 1:53: AM
What happy, well-cared for, loved children! If I didn't know how difficult autism can be to deal with, looking at these pictures, I'd think your son was was a charming, "typical" child....my impression is that you are working hard to provide the best care for your son, while trying not to overlook the rest of your family. Keep up the good work. Margaret Mead said, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world....Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." The change you're making, while meeting this challenge head-on, will help to make the changes needed, so that one day we will see more compassionate acceptance, understanding, and kindness...for everyone. Now, "...press forward with a steadfastness in Christ, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men. Wherefore, if ye shall press forward, feasting upon the word of Christ, and endure to the end, behold, thus saith the Father: Ye shall have eternal life." (2nd Nephi 31:20) May God's greatest blessings all become yours.
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posted by Aibolit on 8/26/07 9:42: PM
Could I please use this video for an autism awarenss ceremony we are promoting at the high school I teach at. I am the dept. chair for the autism program and we are putting on a assembly this September 25th. Please let me know.
Scott Parks
Spanish Fort High School Project Reach
posted by Scott Parks on 8/22/07 6:16: PM
Thank you for bringing more attention to autism! As a parent of two girls with autism, I know what a relief it is not to have to explain about the disability. Thank you for taking over this task!
posted by Sheila on 8/17/07 8:54: PM
I enjoyed watching this clip with my college kids who just returned home. Thank you for helping me educate my family about autism. Michael, you are lucky to have such a loving family and wonderful teachers. Keep giving everyone lots of hugs!
posted by Marylin on 5/25/07 4:34: AM
I enjoyed watching this clip with my college kids who just returned home. Thank you for helping me educate my family about autism. Michael, you are lucky to have such a loving family and wonderful teachers. Keep giving everyone lots of hugs!
posted by Marylin on 5/25/07 4:34: AM
That was an amazing video. A very strong message which people NEED to see! My son, Michael also, has Aspergers. I can relate to your situation. Hopefully one day soon they will find the missing piece to the puzzle!
Until then, best of luck to you and Michael and Kudos to you for helping people understand the support and understanding these so very special children need!
posted by Karin Hennessy on 5/20/07 10:11: AM
Your video touched my soul! Your children are beautiful. I am fortunate to know many children with autism and aspberger's syndrome. More people need to take time to see the beauty of each person deep down within. Your video brings all of the simple pleasures in life to focus. Thank you for sharing with all of us.
posted by mary-pat harrington on 5/19/07 7:45: PM
Our son also has autism and his name is also Michael. God Bless you, stay strong and keep faith!
posted by Arlene Gagliano on 5/19/07 11:03: AM
I loved your video. I have a 5 year old daughter with autism (and global delays from a chromosome deletion). You captured my wishes perfectly in your production. Thank you. Michael is beautiful - as is his sister.
posted by Tricia on 5/07/07 9:15: PM
i will now be starting my day with tears in my eyes,but not tears of sadness,but rather tears of encouragement and tears of confirmation of god and his love,and the proof that he gives us all that we need.god bless michael and his whole family,and bless us all for people that have so much more strength than some of us.i will pray for you and your family in my daily prayers,thank you for shareing with us out here that are unaware of what some families and their daily worlds are like.
posted by daniel keane on 5/07/07 5:39: AM
Your Michael is beautiful- thank you for sharing his smile with me and all those who view his video!
posted by Colleen on 5/06/07 6:39: PM
That was beautiful! I have been lucky enough to work and teach many special children like your son for the last 8 years!!! They all have so much to offer and have taught me so much! We all need to help any way we can! Let's find a cure111
posted by Dana on 5/06/07 4:46: AM
To: Mr. Gordon Knight
We saw your post about sharing the video with your colleagues, but there was no contact information. Please give us your contact information as we would be happy to share the video with you and your colleagues. It is wonderful that you would like to share our story to help others understand and be aware of Autism. We need more teachers to help our little ones in this world. All these children are our future! The Steffens family.
posted by Steffens Family on 5/03/07 4:52: PM
Beautiful video! JJ you did a wonderful job and your Mom did a wonderful job for us when she worked with our son who is also autistic. Denise we miss you - The Desouza's
posted by N &G Desouza on 5/01/07 4:56: PM
My prayers are with the families and children.
posted by susan on 5/01/07 6:39: AM
Hi, I am an Elementary Education Major. I stumbled onto your video while doing research for a class presentation that I have chosen to do on Autism. I have two nephews that have been diagnosed with Autism that is why I wanted to make my fellow colleagues aware of this disorder. I wish there was a way to share your video with my fellow colleagues I am sure they would be moved to tears like I was. Please contact me if there would be anyway that you would allow me to share your story in my presentation and help make other teachers more aware of Autism. Thanks for your time! The Video is Excellent!
posted by Mr. Gordon Kight on 4/27/07 2:21: PM

Everyone should watch this video
posted by Kourtney on 1/28/08 6:57: PM