I was on Facebook tonight and came across a video of a child with autism who also happens to be blind singing the National Anthem. I thought, how awesome, what a great opportunity for this special little girl. Then I watched it. Then I listened. Then I teared up. It reminded me that there is hope for every child. That even when our toughest student, or our own child, is up against obstacles they can amaze us. There is hope for every child. We just have to believe in them and they will lead us to their talent. Their WILL to share what they have to offer the world overcomes their disabilities. We just have to believe.
Believing in kids is one of the most important things we can do for them. And love them.
ReplyDeleteWell, this brought tears to my eyes. The courage it takes to live - what an amazing child.
ReplyDeleteLove this video, that girl has a voice!
ReplyDeleteThat was amazing! Thanks for sharing and thanks for a great reminder. All children have something to offer, sometimes it just takes longer to help them find it than others.
ReplyDeleteSomeone to give us a chance and someone to believe in us. We all need that!
ReplyDeleteBetsy,
ReplyDeleteI love your line, "We just have to believe in them and they will lead us to their talent." That is so true. Thanks for sharing this post and the video. What an amazing young lady!
Val
Thank you for sharing this post and video! All students deserve to be believed in.
ReplyDeleteBetsy, if we just take a moment to really believe in the power of possibilities for every student we can offer a classroom culture of and trust and positivity.
ReplyDeleteBetsy, if we just take a moment to really believe in the power of possibilities for every student we can offer a classroom culture of and trust and positivity.
ReplyDeleteAwww.. I can't remember the last time we baked an apple pie! I'm inspired!
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