Thursday, April 12, 2018

We can do it.. Together.. One step at a time..

This morning on my way to the city, all I could think of “1 in 52”. Playing in my head over and over again was how important it was to be in State House today, how important advocacy, our voice, our kids’ voice, a research to find answer and everything else to have our children live in better world. Walking through Boston Common a woman complimented me on my Saree and I couldn’t wait to respond her that I wore “blue” for Autism Awareness and Acceptance day. She was quicker to respond that her cousin is autistic. Somehow, we just felt connected. Just like that - one sentence changed us from stranger to friends.
In that room, Today I witnessed the power of perseverance, the power of mom’s will, the support of friends, the agony of a dad and above all the desire to do more for our kids.
I met some old friends and made some new. My blue saree sure drew many compliments but at the same time It carried a message. That it is time we all come together and find some answer, let law makers hear our concern and take this epidemic seriously.  
Listening to two self-advocates was the reminder that sky is the limit, Our kids have every right to dream and achieve what they want.

1 in 52 - time to do more.. More advocacy, more research and acceptance.


 The State house, Boston

The cutest advocate - was there to voice her concern on behalf of her brother.


The best hair accessory in the world.
  

This handsome man was there to support his brother and accompanied her mother today.. Advocacy has no age bar..

A room full of advocates, families and self-advocates in the state house was a heartwarming experience.





 Senator Michael Moore.. A champion for families with Special needs.We need more of them.
 Amy winestock and Senator Barbara L'Italien. Both of them are true champions. They inspire moms like me .. every day, Not only for their own kids, they tirelessly paved the way for others.

The moms who gave motherhood a different meaning.


 Bedford Chief of Police, Robert Bongiorno – a dotting dad who wants the best for not only his daughters but for all of our kids, call your police station and ask if they have received the training for special needs families.- TODAY..
Michael Borr AFAM Executive Committee Chairman:



 Heather Hegedus, a mom and a wonderful MC today, with the best photo Bomber one can ask for. The Amazing Sue Loring.










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