Beyond the Looking Glass
Description: Our 3 sons each have autism - a brief look at their journey. Our world feels like another planet sometimes, but our sons bless our lives every day.
Charity: autismspeaks
Author: Danette
Credits: Dominik, Dawson & Wyatt; Damon; Five for Fighting
Views: 4026
Posted: 9/03/07 10:05 PM
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autism awareness brothers identical twins
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Comments:
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That was beautiful, and thank you for sharing your story. It really helps to know that there are others out there going through the very same thing. God Bless you and your family.
posted by Christy ~ Meet our Chris on 1/23/08 1:52: PM
your boys are beautiful, true gifts from heavenly father..
posted by jennifer on 1/05/08 7:40: AM
I love watching these videos...your boys are so bright and wonderful.
I work everyday with young children working with ABA techniques....I love working with children with Autism and making a small difference!
Angie
posted by Angie on 1/03/08 12:22: PM
Danette,
Thank you so much for the Christmas card. I need to send you updated pictures. Your boys are on my fridge:D
Everytime I see your video, I am amazed. Amazed at the way you handle life, parenthood, and things in general. I get sad, yet proud at the same time. You take what life gives you and then go above and beyond with what you have. I love and miss you.
posted by Veronica Valadez on 12/31/07 9:29: AM
Your children are beautiful! My prayers go out to all of you. I gave birth to prematute twins 25 years ago. We consider them our mircle babies and when I see something like this, I realize how fortunate I really am. Gods strength and blessings!
posted by Momyd on 12/08/07 8:57: AM
Wow, tears are rolling down my face... the music was a perfect choice. Your boys are beautiful and some of those shots looked exactly like my Simon, 9yo dx ASD at 2 1/2yo. He is my one and only child, the light of my life and also the bane of my existence! (only partially kidding) Thank you for sharing your story with CafeMom and I will definitely pass this video along to all my family and friends!
posted by Paige on 11/21/07 11:01: PM
Danette,
I hope you and your family get the world you want. You have certainly inspired me to want and work toward the same effort.
posted by Janiene on 11/13/07 7:59: PM
Danette,
I have three kids, a girl and two boys. Both my boys are on the spectrum. it's an interesting world, being a parent with multiple kids on the spectrum, isn't it. Love the video. The love you feel for your kiddos shines through!
I'd love to talk with you one day.
Take care,
Gemma
posted by Gemma on 11/08/07 8:24: AM
Danette, You need to make "business cards" with http://www.whatkindofworlddoyouwant.com/videos/view/id/384471
on it, with a brief explanation of how this site works, & what it's for. Then, pass them out to everyone you know. Take them to stores you frequent & ask if you can leave a stack near the registers. Promote it everywhere! This was a well done video for autism awareness, and I wish more people could see it. I hope everyone viewing this will forward it to all their e-mail contacts, encouraging them to watch it completely.
posted by Pam on 11/03/07 9:54: AM
Your video absolutely touched my heart. I am a therapist working in ECSE. You must be absolutely amazing. I hope you have found wonderful early childhood services for your sons. (The noodle, shaving cream, shredded paper play was beyond awesome!) I also hope you have surrounded yourself with wonderful friends who support you in your efforts and understand the challenges you go through. All the best to you in your journey! Janise.
posted by Janise on 10/31/07 5:46: PM
Danette, Thank you for sharing your video. What special little guys God has given to you. Your families challenges are many. May you have continued strength in raising your boys. You must be a person filled with so much love to give! I work with children on the Autism Spectrum, and am amazed by them all of the time! I am honored and thankful to be a part of their learning and of their lives. I also have cousins that are Autistic. I would be happy to correspond with you anytime. If ever there is any type of fundraising, or anything of that nature, I would be happy to help in some way. My email is jodinesto@hotmail.com .
posted by Jodij on 10/27/07 11:13: PM
Danette, Love your video as well...a couple of your pictures even made me laugh....especially the one with what I think was shredded paper/kleenex???? and the M&M's Adorable, all three!!!! Spreading Education, awareness is the key and it couldn't be more fun than showing off our little bundles of joy this way!!!!! I bet you hear the same thing I do all the time..."boy, you have your hands full"...I saw a line somewhere I liked and I've always remembered it...."If you think my hands are full, you should see my heart!!!!" Don't know who said it or wrote it, but I love it!!!!
posted by Tammy (Fighting for Three) on 10/23/07 10:51: AM
Thank you for sharing your story with me. I commend you as parents. I have only 1 son with Autism but I do have 3 boys total and just that alone is a challenge every day. God Bless you and yours.
posted by Kim on 10/18/07 10:07: PM
What a lovely family!! Thank you for sharing the video :)
posted by Angela on 10/16/07 11:55: AM
My heart goes out to you and your family. Your boys are adorable and seem very happy! I was touched by your video. Thanks for sharing it with us.
posted by Maggie on 10/12/07 9:31: AM
What a heartfelt video and adorable little men. Acceptance and unconditional love are always the keys!!
posted by April on 9/30/07 3:11: PM
May G-d bless you and your family. It's obvious those incredible boys are already blessed.......they have you as their Mother. You are an inspiration to ALL of us.
posted by Jana Oppenheim on 9/21/07 10:39: PM
Dear Danette and Damon and boys. A nice video .They are all so cute. Your twins remind me of my twin boys who also have autism and are 6 yrs old. Dianne , my2twinboys
posted by Dianne on 9/21/07 4:21: PM
Just wanted to thank everyone for your kind words and support, it means a lot. I'm glad that sharing our story has touched others in a positive way. Thanks again!
posted by Danette on 9/19/07 6:04: PM
Thank you for sharing your story!!!
posted by Christy Halbert on 3/03/08 6:01: AM