Undoubtedly, there is a lot in life we take for granted. It’s hard to imagine living without the ability to talk, walk, or think like we do now. You’ve probably seen a few disabled people in your life — the truth of it is, they simply want to live a normal life just like anyone else. I came across this story today…it completely moved me. It’s a story about a father-son team that competes in marathons and triathlons. It really shows how much of an influence we can have on a disabled person’s life and how much of an influence they can have on ours.
August 19, 2006 at 5:03 pm
Hello,
I have a little daughter (Edda) who has Rett, she’s 2 right now and she has an older brother, Vince who is 4. I’m just curious about your childhood and what it was like for you growing up with a sister with Rett. I have read many blogs about raising a disabled kid, but not so many blogs about what it’s like as a sibling. I would appreciate any comments you might have to help me understand Vince’s perspective. Thanks!
Thanks,
Doris