Ordinary Miracles
Description: Our son, JJ
Charity: autismspeaks
Author: Heather & John Driscoll
Credits: Heather & John Driscoll
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Posted: 12/22/07 11:09 PM
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autism
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Comments:
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Thank you for sharing your personal story. This was very touching.
posted by Amy on 12/26/07 8:37: AM
Great viedo
posted by Dawn on 12/26/07 8:14: AM
Heather and John - your video is so moving. Your love for JJ is clearly so strong. I was touched by "We hope other people will see you as we do....we hope the world will be kind to you" Know that there are all these strangers out here that DO see him the way you do and WILL be kind. I hope in some way these posts help you feel surrounded with support and less alone.
Wishing you all the best.
posted by Kristin on 12/26/07 8:08: AM
Beautiful, touching video. Very handsome little man who does indeed appear to be full of life and spirit.
posted by Leah on 12/26/07 7:25: AM
What a beautiful video - and a beautiful little boy. Thank you for sharing and God bless your family.
posted by Meg on 12/25/07 9:35: PM
That was beautiful.
posted by Carrie on 12/25/07 3:53: PM
(I came from Jenna's blog.) That was a beautiful video and you have a beautiful little boy. I will share your video with others. Best of luck to you and happy holidays!
posted by hope548 on 12/24/07 6:59: PM
Beautiful story, wonderfully told. Your prayers and dreams be answered.
Bea
posted by Bea on 12/24/07 4:54: PM
Thank you for sharing your story. Love is an awesome thing and with so much of it JJ will be do great. My prayers will be with your beautiful family. Carol
posted by Carol on 12/24/07 3:44: PM
This is a beautiful video of a beautiful family. Thank you for sharing your story with the world.
posted by Denise on 12/24/07 1:24: PM
What a gorgeous piece on your son. I think the moment that touched me the post was when you told him that he was going to have to work harder. And the mum in me just bawled thinking about how proud you'll be when he crosses the stage at graduation and you know how far he has come. Sending a lot of hope and good thoughts your way.
posted by Mel on 12/24/07 10:34: AM
What a beautiful video! Thank you for putting it out there to be shared. Your journey may be different than you imagined but by watching the video, it is evident that it will be even more amazing.
posted by Andie on 12/24/07 8:57: AM
One of my best friends has an autistic son. I can't believe how much of your story mirrored hers. I have some understanding about how much energy, patience and time it takes to raise a child with autism. Thanks for sharing.
posted by Kami on 12/24/07 8:47: AM
Your love for your son shines through that touching video. Wishing you love, hope, and joy.
posted by Trish on 12/24/07 6:27: AM
The three of you are blessed to have each other. There is no equal to the love you guys show. We will all be thinking of you this Christmas, and always.
posted by jim bruning on 12/24/07 6:03: AM
Your family is the very definition of LOVE!
Wonderful video . . . thank you for sharing your story.
posted by beagle on 12/24/07 5:53: AM
Jenna from www.inconcievablejourney.com passed this link on to me. I am so glad she did. You have such a beautiful family. The courage and grace you show is an inspiration to me. I think you have done an amazing job introducing us to a beautiful, shining star in your son. Thank you for sharing your story and your son with us.
posted by Hollie on 12/24/07 5:04: AM
Your movie was beautiful and made me cry. Your son is beyond beautiful, and the love you have for him is so obvious. I know you will help him deal with any obstacles he might face, because it is obvious for that short 3 minutes piece that you are a strong and loving family unit. You are blessed to have such a special and precious boy in your life. Thank you so much for sharing your story with me.
posted by Erica on 12/24/07 4:44: AM
Wow! What a beautiful family. With parents like you, JJ will realise his dreams and shine each and every day. You're doing a great job. Well done.
PK
posted by Panida Avni on 12/23/07 10:43: PM
Just lovely - all the best to your family
posted by anon on 12/26/07 11:32: AM