Autism
Autism is just a plain word especially for those who never encountered one afflicted with it. Who cares? Other may say. When we were teenagers back in our lovely Philippines, when a friend is deep in thoughts and seemed to be not there mentally with us or preoccupied with something, we would say " here she goes again in her own little world" or "autistic kasi". Little did we know how serious it is.
I haven't paid much attention to AUTISM until, the two children - of a very good friend of mine, who's like a family - were diagnosed with autism. It is heartbreaking to know that these two lovely angels are struggling. Abigail and Brent are making that best that they can to help Elisha and Ethan. Abigail is the best mom I'd ever know. She sacrificed a lot for her kids. I can't imagine the pain they are in seeing their children struggling. They are always in tune for medical updates and breakthroughs for autism. I admire her for never losing hope and faith. If all people would help each other and be sensitive enough to help those in need, this world would be a better place to live. I don't know how I could help these two angels. But maybe, with you reading this, you could also help. Here is a link for Abigail's post asking for loan for Ethan and Elisha's initial DAN ( Defeat Autism Now). http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/elishaethanca.html. Thank you!
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