tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post3612933917267254353..comments2023-06-14T08:43:37.123+01:00Comments on Autism and other ramblings: A response to 'Pissed off Mother' in Newcastle, Ontario.Laurahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01590151466041373769noreply@blogger.comBlogger104125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-28762398264635354382013-08-25T10:34:27.299+01:002013-08-25T10:34:27.299+01:00To all of you that have commented, thank you, from...To all of you that have commented, thank you, from the bottom of my heart. Still struggling to believe that something I wrote to channel my own anger has now been read by over 15000 people!! Thank you and together, we can combat ignorance!! <br />Laura xLaurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01590151466041373769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-50437712642279100522013-08-25T01:58:49.932+01:002013-08-25T01:58:49.932+01:00It warms my heart to see the outpouring of support...It warms my heart to see the outpouring of support for that innocent child. At the same time, it reminds me to be more patient when I hear a child who seems out of control in a public place. Thank you for that. Finally, to the woman who wrote the letter, it embarrasses me deeply that she is a Canadian. We are not supposed to be like that. I love my country for its tolerance and kindness and it is a huge set back to here of such atrocities. Good luck to the woman who wrote that letter in finding her heart again.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-84827428687662050052013-08-24T18:16:01.933+01:002013-08-24T18:16:01.933+01:00When I read that letter aimed at the family with t...When I read that letter aimed at the family with the autistic child I was sickened, I am very sure that each and every one of us who has a special needs child would love for their child not to have their conditions...but guess what? they do and each and every second of each day and night we live with this, and it hurts with every disappointed look and head shake we get from other people. If only people could educate themselves first without passing judgement then hatred like this wouldn't exist. My son has ADHD,ODD,CD,A Sleep disorder and Crohns disease and has been called every name you can think of, and we have both been threatened by ignorant people...but I stand up to each and everyone of them, its hard when you feel so alone and judged but with people like you that stand up to ignorance maybe just maybe we can put an end to such vile ignorance.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11140568074209112978noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-73288098639594980322013-08-24T13:16:11.253+01:002013-08-24T13:16:11.253+01:00Good for you! Wishing you all the best!
:) Heat...Good for you! Wishing you all the best! <br /><br />:) HeatherMommie that Gets Ithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04507449626509854193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-9159853197834815202013-08-23T20:03:31.210+01:002013-08-23T20:03:31.210+01:00It is nice to know that someone had the cajones to...It is nice to know that someone had the cajones to write such an inspiring letter. My son has autism and we face the same judgement and acusations everyday. Thank You for letting me know that there are people out there that do care enough to stand up for what is write and not ignore the situation.twITchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04244834796351805743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-30454634517231177432013-08-22T03:32:28.076+01:002013-08-22T03:32:28.076+01:00LAURA.. BEAUTIFUL!!!
My son has Aspergers (High F...LAURA.. BEAUTIFUL!!! <br />My son has Aspergers (High Functioning Autism) for those who don't know he has no social skills. Most people that don't know him see him as rude or extremely shy those that know him all love him. A kinder, gentler, more honest person you will never meet. He just has to learn the social skills we all take for granted.<br />My cousin has an autistic son that has pretty much over come it as some can, he has grown into a great young man that functions in this world just fine. when he was younger you would not have guessed he would excel as he has. My sister inlaw has 2 autistic sons they are great kids. My step cousin has 2 sons with fragile X. So the Autism spectrum runs in my family. I am a volunteer with the Canadian National Autism Foundation.Andy Mosesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-37738109966026377552013-08-22T00:44:10.205+01:002013-08-22T00:44:10.205+01:00Regardless if this woman is ever identified, I hon...Regardless if this woman is ever identified, I honestly believe that what goes around comes around. If she truly does have a conscience, this is going to haunt her for a long time. Small payback for what she's put this family through. Good job Laura! Your son is a lucky boy to have you :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-47068673428618221202013-08-21T23:33:53.915+01:002013-08-21T23:33:53.915+01:00Well stated. From one Autism Mum to another. Tha...Well stated. From one Autism Mum to another. Thank you for your eloquent words. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09932820053772789961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-74144251331511903522013-08-21T23:06:38.147+01:002013-08-21T23:06:38.147+01:00The irony is ... when they find this person who wr...The irony is ... when they find this person who wrote this letter.. she/he will themselves have to stay indoors, hide in public,will be seen as the actual nuisance to the neighbourhood. I cant wait till their caught and a name comes out! .. they are now worse of then their orginal complaint could ever be, see where hate gets you? .. what a lesson learnt wow. THE REAL KARMA ISnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-88725737582202775312013-08-21T22:54:40.689+01:002013-08-21T22:54:40.689+01:00OPRAH WINFREY selected the next town close by as o...OPRAH WINFREY selected the next town close by as one of the nicest neighbourhoods in Ontario.. she held a family contest there last summer. I really hope she catches hold of this letter/news and in the same time they find the person who wrote this. This will not blow over for you letter sender.. ironically you instilled a sickness upon your own future, a name for yourself that will be remembered forever. You had a choice before all this.. this kid does'nt. Irony. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-9595698851856522582013-08-21T18:36:50.470+01:002013-08-21T18:36:50.470+01:00Thank you for speaking and saying exactly what all...Thank you for speaking and saying exactly what all us moms of special needs children were thinking. Send good thoughts to you and all the mothers whose heart was broken by reading that nasty woman's letter. <br /><br />Stephenie!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-44456091042211145632013-08-21T18:29:57.078+01:002013-08-21T18:29:57.078+01:00I applaud you for writing this. I too was mortifi...I applaud you for writing this. I too was mortified that someone could write these horrible things. Perhaps your words will make that "woman" think and others like her. I also feel so sorry for the family but more sorry that there are suck ignorant and cruel people in this world. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-26808751944942280242013-08-21T18:05:56.505+01:002013-08-21T18:05:56.505+01:00I say thank you for writing this, I have 2 special...I say thank you for writing this, I have 2 special needs children. There step grandmother has passed judgement on them and has defined my kids who is "normal" and who is not. I thank you for writing this to make ignorant ppl aware of autism. Ignorant people have no idea the struggles, feelings, that a family goes through. Every accomplishment that is made is a big deal. i say thank you again!! I am Rose a mother of 2 special needs children from NY Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-15641562781351395692013-08-21T16:29:53.665+01:002013-08-21T16:29:53.665+01:00Thank you for putting into words what I could not....Thank you for putting into words what I could not. My twin brother and I have Cerbral Palsy and are in our late 30s. Our younger brother has Downs Syndrome. If anyone did that to him my twin and I would be sooo angry. We are very protective of him. Much love!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-43818222817216408752013-08-21T15:37:36.560+01:002013-08-21T15:37:36.560+01:00Thank you for that wonderful reply. Although I don...Thank you for that wonderful reply. Although I don't have an autistic child my sister has a daughter who is and several friends with autistic children. Your words are far kinder than mine could ever be. To be able to write a reply and not let your hate bleed through shows incredible power of will. I am a patient man but to attack my friends and family evoke a hate almost on par with her hateful letter.<br />Again, thank you for being able to put into words what we would all love to say to this blackened hearted woman.Ian Martinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-5359077112453125412013-08-21T15:35:55.195+01:002013-08-21T15:35:55.195+01:00Thank you so much for those lovely words. And agai...Thank you so much for those lovely words. And again, to everyone who has commented. What a wonderful community we have. Thank you xxLaurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01590151466041373769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-49097664048129483582013-08-21T14:51:29.946+01:002013-08-21T14:51:29.946+01:00Well done.. you spoke the words that we all wanted...Well done.. you spoke the words that we all wanted to say, but in a way that was so much more kind and gentle than those that were coming from my mind. I says kudos to you for your patience, your kind heart and for taking the time to write a balanced reply, from someone who knows. <br /><br />I am blessed to have two healthy children, but I do have friends who do have autistic children, and I admire their incredible strength and celebrate with them on every little move forward. It takes courage, faith and strength of body and mind to raise any special needs child in a loving, healthy home. It sounds like you have that, and that makes you a special person.<br /><br />Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to convey the thoughts that many of us were thinking, but could not put as succinctly as you have done. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-7448018719565795662013-08-21T14:38:38.400+01:002013-08-21T14:38:38.400+01:00This is a comment I posted on my Facebook page aft...This is a comment I posted on my Facebook page after reading this "poison'! I was so frustrated after reading this hateful letter. <br />Living with that much hate is a far worse handicap than autism. To Quote the letter, "No one has the guts to tell you", THAT'S RICH!!! Coming from an individual who DIDN'T SIGN the letter! I truly fear for her children. Living in an atmosphere where other children are marginalized for having special needs through no fault of their own, only cements the idea that 'children live what they learn." This parent is fostering hatred and intolerance among her own family. Don't worry, this individual will be found, but this time, sadly, the 'hatred' will be directed at the letter's author by a public who will feel justified in doing so. This is nothing but BULLYING in its highest form.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00968488763992061374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-39315334547551507112013-08-21T14:35:48.850+01:002013-08-21T14:35:48.850+01:00Amazing response Laura Henretty...also, some very ...Amazing response Laura Henretty...also, some very wonderful comments I see here. Perhaps we need to thank 'one pissed off mother' for doing this. It brought a community together of beauty and compassion. Well done to you all, I'm most impressed and support all those that confront special needs children. Your job is more challenging yet more rewarding every day. Ignorance is something that I see more and more people are not willing to tolerate. <br /><br />I'm a mother of 2 children and I respect and admire all that I have read here. Good for you all for your strength and for seeing the strength with those who have special needs. I'm so embarassed for that 'pissed off mom' to think she was doing the neighbourhood a favour to write that nasty letter. To the family who had to face that disgusting letter, thank you for bringing that forward to the public. The more we hear of this, the more those ignorant people will be squashed. <br /><br />These comments, this letter above in reply to the pissed off mom was a great inspiration. Thank you again everyone for boosting my day.<br /><br />Patricia Zandona -- not afraid to show my name.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-64517364229219830662013-08-21T13:41:13.128+01:002013-08-21T13:41:13.128+01:00Amen to u Laura! Having a 15 yr old Autistic daug...Amen to u Laura! Having a 15 yr old Autistic daughter myself, I cried when I saw Max's Mom reading that horrible letter on the news. Our kids are truly amazing & inspiring, & I wouldn't trade my Kaitlyn for the world. You have said what I'm sure all of us parents of these angels wanted to say! Love from Another Proud Mother!kts momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07768343741137615289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-69028904808075320392013-08-21T13:11:28.784+01:002013-08-21T13:11:28.784+01:00Thank you Adam xThank you Adam xLaurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01590151466041373769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-15342862567093361362013-08-21T13:11:01.797+01:002013-08-21T13:11:01.797+01:00Thank you xThank you xLaurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01590151466041373769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-11202685850502947242013-08-21T13:09:37.735+01:002013-08-21T13:09:37.735+01:00Sarah, I can only imagine how awful that was for y...Sarah, I can only imagine how awful that was for you, thank you for sharing what must still be a hurtful experience xLaurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01590151466041373769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-434056601568139242013-08-21T13:07:42.323+01:002013-08-21T13:07:42.323+01:00Many years ago I walked to my postbox to find an a...Many years ago I walked to my postbox to find an anonymous letter from a neighbour accusing the occupant of #26 (me) of stealing a valued family keepsake from an elderly neighbour. The letter called me many names, evil, heartless etc and stated that karma would get me if the writer didn't get me first. I was shocked, nauseated. I stood there looking around the street, wondering which neighbour had written it, and which elderly neighbour thought it was me. Was it the old lady over there watering her roses, the guy walking his dog on the footpath? It was one of the most horrible experiences I have ever had, it really effected me on a very personal level. The police were unable to find out who wrote the letter and told me to report to them if anything more happened. That letter ruined my happiness on that street. I couldn't go out the front door without looking around me, wondering who was looking at me, who had mistakenly thought I had done something I had not. I desperately wanted to say to someone, it wasn't me, but who could I say it to?<br /><br />This experience I had can only pale in comparison to the feelings that must be flowing through the family of this beautiful boy. As someone else wrote, I too believe it will be the writer of the letter who will ultimately be the one to move, who will ultimately be seen as "nothing but a nuisance and a problem to everyone else." Her peace "polluting whaling" is heard worldwide and is "dreadful" and it is she who will ultimately have to "go and live in a trailer in the woods" where surely after some reflection she will want to stay out of shame.<br /><br />Signed<br />Sarah Fuller<br />Mother to one Aspie<br />Aunt to one Autie<br />And lover of all innocents<br />AustraliaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8704949694382445287.post-76951231846610236592013-08-21T13:05:14.763+01:002013-08-21T13:05:14.763+01:00Thank you both of you, I got a hold of Cynthia las...Thank you both of you, I got a hold of Cynthia last night xLaurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01590151466041373769noreply@blogger.com