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I support your efforts and hope we have the kind of world that cares for Claudia and all of our children.
posted by PJ on 4/04/08 4:35: PM

I am glad you have found a foundation to help. I have a nephew with autism, so I know the challenges you face. My own son is now 27, he does not have autism, but symptoms of 5 different disabilities, the struggles you will face, be it with schools or the public that does not understand, will be well worth the smiles and unconditional love you will receive. I have been told that God gives these children only to the people he knows will look beyond what most people only see, so I know you must be some wonderful parents!!! Bless you and your daughter!
posted by Kathy on 4/04/08 2:44: PM

I am a Special Education teacher and I am so moved by this video and the sharing of the beautiful family...thank you for caring. I salute you
posted by Robin on 4/04/08 1:12: PM

I have a son who has a mild to moderate form of Autism. It's nice to see athletes, musicians rallying and hoping to make a change in this disorder.
posted by John on 4/04/08 9:30: AM

I listen over and over to the song on these video clips and am always moved. My son was diagnosed at 3 years old (although we saw signs by 2 yrs). Our coverage in Canada appears much less than yours in the States for ABA/IBI (except in Alberta). As a parent, I became proactive, informed and an advocate for him. From the time my son was diagnosed (he is now 11), I have not stop reading. I did not wait for others to help, I started a GF/CF diet, antifungal tx, B12 inj, high dose vitamins and took a 3 day workshop on setting up my own ABA program at home. He said 'mommy' at almost 4. Now I can't get him to stop talking. I will never stop trying new ideas on him. I love that he is in our world and sharing our happiness and hope. Our path in life has taken another trail.
posted by Doris (Ontario) on 4/04/08 6:59: AM

I have a cousin who's son has autism and have a friend that has a grandson with autism. Always remember autism is not due to a drug deficincey, it is because the body is needing something to function well. Please be faithful to take a look at "intelligent nutritional supplementation." So often when we give our bodies what they want they do the job of functioning the way they should. My heart goes out to all who are affected with this disease . I pray the Lord gives you strength and faith for breakthrough.
posted by sherry on 4/03/08 7:10: PM

I too have an autistic child, he was 7 years old before I found a doctor who would test him to see what was different about him... Now it is an endless struggle to keep him going.... Very frustrating that the medical world has doctors who don't care about their patients...
posted by Christine on 4/03/08 6:58: PM

i truley didnt have a clue thank you
posted by julie on 4/03/08 5:11: PM

What a Beautiful Child. thank you for sharing this with the world, I was unaware that the insurance co. didn't cover this. I pray that this will change.
posted by renee kennedy on 4/03/08 2:12: PM

my little boy is napping now. this morning he had 4 hrs of ABA therapy..he is 2.5 and like so many was fine unitl the vaccinations stole his brain. The pediatrican lied...told me there was no more thymerizol..etc so we vaccinated him. When we went to the pediatrician with the diagnosis all he could say to us was "just support eachother, 85% of marriages with kids with Autism end in divorce"..."now, time for his Hep A booster"!Yeah, thanks asshole!Needless to say we left, w/o the booster, and we are not divorcing. We hold it together, one day at a time. I am grateful to my husband, he is my rock. and that sleepy little boy in the next room is my world.
posted by bugsmom on 4/03/08 2:09: PM

It makes me cry every time i watch this video. Reminds me there are people that care about this issue and I am glad about it.
posted by Peter on 4/03/08 1:21: PM

The kids need you and your help. Remember that a little will go a long way.
posted by Bruce Cantwell on 4/03/08 12:59: PM

They are kids first...let's help give them a fighting chance. Early intervention is so crucial, please spread this message.
posted by Dawn Johns on 4/03/08 12:01: PM

Wow, what an amazing video, I had no idea of all the challenges autistic children or their parents face. Thank you for the education.....I will pray for everyone that Autism affects. God Bless you! Jodi L.
posted by Jodi on 4/03/08 11:44: AM

I will tell you this much that I will be praying for this because this is not God's fault and no one should blame him.
posted by Clay on 4/03/08 10:16: AM

I think what Five for Fighting is doing a wonderful thing. Now, we must see to it that our government lets all medical insurance companies know that they can not pick and choose what they will cover. They should be made to cover everything about the human body or stay out of health insurance.
posted by Patti on 4/03/08 6:57: AM

Please pass this on every child needs someone to show that they care about others. God cares for us all
posted by Brenda Roland on 4/03/08 6:28: AM

I go to this site every day and play this song over and over...this is the right thing to do to help in such a small way...these kids need our help.
posted by Sally on 4/03/08 6:12: AM

This was a very moving video. My neigbor's son has autism and last Summer she spent endless hours working an an insurance appeal based on a denial for reimbursement for treatment relative to his autism. I sincerely hope situation improves and that children and parents are given the support they need.
posted by Nancy Jo Zeoli on 4/03/08 3:39: AM

get the word out so everyone can hear the silence
posted by Catherine Popkin on 4/02/08 9:00: PM