He’s my Joy Boy
Alot of times when people find out that our son has Down Syndrome and Autism, they feel the need to say they’re sorry. I always say the same thing, “don’t be, because I’m not”. Do I wish that he had more language.. you bet. Do I wish that any change of routine wouldn’t put him into such a “tailspin”, of course. However, I wouldn’t change him. I love him just as he is. I love the fact that he is so empathetic when someone else is upset or in pain. I love his laugh and the look he gets when he is delighted by life. He really knows the true meaning of joy and expresses it everyday. He doesn’t care how much money people have, or what they do for a living or what their IQ is. He only knows to look for and see the goodness in people’s spirits. What a great example he is for how we should all live our lives. So don’t feel sorry for me. I feel sorry for anyone who doesn’t know this wonderful boy.
What a wonderful entry. My sentiments exactly. Thank you for sharing it.
February 24th, 2006 at 10:37 amSarah, thanks for the visiting us here and leaving the nice note. Matthew is a real blessing in our lives and we are having fun starting this blog and sharing the information about him and Down Syndrome in general. Your Harry is a handsome young guy!
February 24th, 2006 at 11:20 am