"Do not allow yourself or others to be defined by your limitations but rather by your abilities." Well said, Eric Duquette of Smithfield, RI.
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Thursday, June 17, 2010
An Inspiring Graduation Speech by a Student With Autism
"Do not allow yourself or others to be defined by your limitations but rather by your abilities." Well said, Eric Duquette of Smithfield, RI.
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This is excellent.. As you may recall from previous post of mind, this illness is very dear to me as my nephew has Autism.
I love the poser of a smile!
power, not poser..sorry about that
My 21 y/o has autism. He still managed to score honors in HS and is on to pursue culinary school. I think we give these children too many corners much of the time and protect them too much. Of course, there are different levels of autism.
What a pity that more so-called "normal" kids don't have his wisdom and drive! God has blessed that young man and his family rather than handi-capped them.
It's refreshing to see this and I really needed a pick-me-up this week. I bet his parents are proud.
This one brings tears to my eyes.
Thanks for posting this. I hope that my little man gets to do this, as with his parents, we have not been given the best prognosis.
JACG, I will never forget the gal with Down Syndrome who came to give a talk to the Kiwanis Club one day. My preconceived notions were blown away. I hope the best for everybody facing special challenges in life.
Hard work and determination can overcome any obstacle.
OPie, Thanks for posting this video. I have been kinda down in the dumps this week, and this gave me inspiration, a positive boost, and encouragement. Trestin's right- anything's possible with hard work and determination.
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