There are millions of us who have beloved, neurodiverse family members. As we love and care for them, we are privileged to celebrate their progress and accept the struggles. There are no small victories: Only ongoing gratitude and celebration for every step in the right direction and the courage to cope with setbacks. The gifts of their personalities and the hope for a seat at the table of society are ongoing. We cherish them no differently than we do family members blessed with more conventional lives.
We come to a greater understanding of what truly matters, who we ourselves truly are and the clear realization that all people are truly valuable.
The heartbreak strikes when cruelty and arrogance in the world are directed toward these precious people; people who have received a unique set of challenges through no fault of their own.
As we begin a new school year, how many of us are praying for the safety, support, appreciation and acceptance every child deserves?
