It is time for parents to teach young people early on that in diversity there is beauty and there is strength. Maya Angelou
We went to visit Taylor and have a meeting on Friday and here are a few photos that I got while on the visit. It was a great visit. I was really impressed by the carving in this one particular piece of cement when we were there. There are dedications throughout the site, and this is one I came upon. Jesus Christ's Love. It will see us through. I really needed to see that, that day and for the past couple year, as this all feels like such a punishment, such a sacrifice to our family!
For some time now, about 10 or 12 years, I love to get photos of people from behind. Unposed! This is such a fun photo. Taylor was taking Carlie to get a drink of water after playing on the play ground. It was hot out and he was being thoughtful. This is them leaving the equipment on the playground.
This is the kids on the slide. Usually she is content going on her own, but this was a larger slide and she wasn't too sure about it, so Taylor took her down a few times. They both enjoyed it. They do have a nice play ground there for a unit of much younger kids. This site also used to be an orphanage a long time ago, so there are many building and it is a beautiful setting.
Autism Tip of the Day!Since they don't process the same as we do, it is best to say what you mean. For instance, if the person with autism or Asperger's is running, and you don't want them to run, many times you can't say "Don't Run", all they hear at times is run. You need to say walk, walk, walk. They will then process it more easily and their behavior will change more quickly.
This is not only to keep you up to date on things that we will be making for the bake sale, but also to help people recognize the symptoms of autism and Asperger's Syndrome. PLEASE SEND THIS LINK TO EVERYONE YOU KNOW AS I WANT TO SPREAD THE WORD OF AUTISM. THESE KIDS ARE OUR FUTURE AND PARENTS NEED A HEADS UP SINCE THEY ARE OFTEN MIS DIAGNOSED!
September, benefit concert for Taylor. We have 5 acts already to go. If you know anyone that would like to perform in this benefit concert, please contact me at bakingawish@yahoo.com This is a family friendly concert and we want to keep it calm. No alcohol will be allowed. Also a raffle drawing will be there, and food for sale.
I started this blog to run a bake sale to get my brother to Disneyland when he was released from the hospital for nearly a year. We made it. We got him there. I appreciate all those that bought baked goods from us. I appreciate all that bought jerky from us. It was a lot of work. A Southern California trip for six people is so expensive... but he loved his time there. We all did.
People who have given donations! Mahalo; thanks from the bottom of our hearts
Linda Wayman, sweet lady who never even met our son! Thanks so much
Chelsea Pinnard, a young person with so much heart, you make me cry
Wanda Edwards, a friend of my mom's
Tinkerbell, the unknown person that left $1 coins on Amanda's desk
Brian Iada
Kelly Wilson
Jerry Wood
Patty O
Thanks for the thoughfulness, that is so kind
Thanks so much for the kind words through email and phone calls. I appreciate it. Also thanks to my team that are sending random acts of kindness to me via my daughter. We had a fantastic meal tonight courtesy of the Willefords. I need the recipe. I also had tamales last week from Sandra, and some pastas sent home to me by John C. I know Sheila tried to get me some food but it was a really bad medical day. Thanks for all of your kindness everyone. It touches our hearts deeply.
Also, Anita sent home food to Shiela, and Shiela cooked meals out of it, and they are really tasty meals. It is so sweet of both of you ladies. On top of that, Shiela made me the nicest blanket. I was so touched. That is so sweet of you Shiela. Thanks for being such a great friend ladies.
My team was going to give me a gift card last week but handed me cash. It was so sweet of them. The $25 went for groceries. Thanks again so very much.
As for sending cards for Taylor: The answer is, since he is in a controlled hospital, they need to be sent to us and we can take them to him. He can only receive mail from people on our list of family there. The address can be sent to you if you email us. We will take it into the hospital with us when we go next.
Again, the kindness of others always amazes me. What caring hearts and you are all blessings to our family.
1 comment:
I love to take 'people walking away from me' pictures too! Dunno why but they are special.
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