To Infinity and beyond
Description: Our Journey in Autism
Charity: autismspeaks
Author: Amy Boyer
Credits: Ryan's Mommy, music by Five for Fighting
Views: 3852
Posted: 4/23/07 8:01 PM
Tags:
autism buzz fighting five
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Comments:
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So many children live with autism, yet it is not who they are. When all the pieces of autism's puzzle are finally put together, I hope interventions & therapies will be so fine-tuned & specific, that ALL the children who live with autism will be able to carry on conversations, tell their parents when they hurt, or are sad, & express verbally their needs, wants & questions. Keep up your advocacy efforts. AUTISM SPEAKS can help. Go to: autismspeaks.org
posted by Grammy Pammy of "Our Boys, Our Purpose" on 9/02/07 2:10: PM
I can't believe how many comments I have received! What a great site and project! Thanks Five for Fighting!
posted by amy on 8/07/07 4:22: PM
Chip, Amy, Ali, and especially Ryan, What a great video. We are so blessed to have Ryan in class. You have a beautiful family. Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
posted by Lisa, Clayton on 5/04/07 6:04: PM
Ryan Rocks!! We love him. His buddies loved watching the video. It gave us a chance to talk about autism. Thank you Boyer for your friendship and being awesome neighbors.
posted by The Herolds on 5/03/07 1:25: PM
Amy, What a wonderful video!!! What an inspiration you must be to families who are dealing and have dealt with the obstacles surrounding Autism. I applaud you and your son for being the brave messenger's that you are...with our love and prayers...Angela, Andy, Zachary (AM Preschool Friend), Drew, and Sydney Laker
posted by Laker Family on 5/01/07 4:57: PM
Hey Ryan's Family, Thank you so much for sharing such special moments from your life with Ryan. The video has touched us all and helped us understand bit more about our friend Ryan. Love, your preschool friend and his mom.
posted by Becky and Joey on 4/30/07 6:40: PM
Amy, Chip, Ali & Ryan... thanks so much for sharing your beautiful video. We have known you for years and your family is a precious gift from God. Love permeates in all your eyes and the love will carry you through. I had the opportunity working with a few special children...each one so different and each one so special. Big hugs to Ali and Ryan. Our love is with you always.
posted by Carol & Mike on 4/28/07 8:10: PM
My grandson is 4 and has Autism, I watch him as he lives in "His" world. He is a beautiful, intelligent, creative child with an whimsical sense of humor. We are blessed to have him. I appreciate what you are doing. My prayer is that everyone understands what a blessing these children are and although we must stop to enjoy their gifts to us, we learn, and educate the world on Autism. God bless you for your kind spirit & dedication.
posted by Sandra on 4/28/07 10:59: AM
I don't know you Ryan but I love you,I have a grandchildren that I love very much.Ryan you are a wonderful little boy,good luck to you in the future.
posted by Thomas on 4/27/07 7:21: PM
I have a 4 year old son who ahas Autism as well and all I can say is WOW. Great job with the video. I will spread this around as well.
Thank you
posted by Rob W. on 4/27/07 5:49: AM
I'm so blessed to know you and your family. Most of all I'm blessed to be a small part of Ryan's life each day. I love you Ryan!!
posted by Amy Biddle on 4/27/07 4:04: AM
Powerful! I hope you don't mind if I share this with other members of the House of Representatives. They need to see who they're working for. Thanks for sharing.
posted by Jon Peterson on 4/26/07 7:04: PM
Amy and Chip,
This is just such a shock. I love your little Ryan (he will always be my favorite - don't tell). Please call if I can ever help. Wonderful job on the video. You are so special to do this to try to make a difference in the world. Thank you.
posted by sue on 4/26/07 3:11: PM
Amy,
I really enjoyed this video, it made me realize how much I miss the Bryan group. Thanks for sharing with me and everyone to raise the awareness. I miss working with Ryan.
posted by Faith on 4/26/07 3:11: PM
This is a very touching video and I feel it is an effective way to increase awareness of Autism and it's frequency.
posted by Karen Benner on 4/26/07 3:08: PM
This video makes me cry and laugh all at the same time. I am a mother of a 3 year old boy with autism and he absolutely loves Buzz Lightyear just as your son does. I adore the Halloween costumes!! Good luck to you and your family. God Bless. Keep fighting!
posted by Wendi Cartner on 4/26/07 1:50: PM
Wow Amy! I am so proud that Ryan is swimming now:) Thanks so much letting me be a part of his world!
posted by Emily on 4/26/07 11:29: AM
What touching story! Thanks for sharing. God bless and good luck to you all!
posted by Summer on 4/26/07 7:55: AM
That was beautiful, Amy! Jessen is lucky to have Ryan as his friend. Jessen loved watching the video of his buddy!
posted by Jeanne and Jessen on 4/26/07 7:04: AM
Wow Amy, you are an angel not only to Ryan and your family but to everyone elso who has or will cross paths with you. Great job on the video!!!!! God bless, Michelle Jamie Kyler Kaela Addison
posted by MIchelle on 1/24/08 6:49: PM