Re: Some inspiration

[Guest guest]

HI ,

We'd love to come see Jalen that night but we have Cinderella with FLCT the same night! Please tell Jalen we said good luck and that Zachary says "HI"

Take care,

CHRISTINA LARSONDistinctive Florida Realty Group14263 SW 16th CourtDavie, FL 33325Fax: E-mail: christina.larson@...

To: deniseslist Sent: Tue, May 11, 2010 11:09:41 PMSubject: Some inspiration

,

Thanks for all you do, first off.

Second, I was thinking it might be exciting and inspiring to pass this on for the benefit of parents with children with ASD, specifically Asperger's.

My son who is 9 years old and has Asperger's is musically gifted. There is an old soul inside that body of his and a mind to match. This Friday night, May 14, he will be performing at the Tinsel Town Cabaret at Volunteer Park in Plantation. This is a talent show for which nearly 50 people, both kids and adults, tried out. Ultimately 17 are in the show. He will be singing "Oh Darling" by Lennon and McCartney. I know I am his Mom and all, but believe me when I say he is amazing.

I tell Jalen all the time that with Asperger's comes many challenges but also some wonderful gifts. Our happiness in life comes from deciding which list we choose to prioritize and develop. I know it is that way of looking at things that has made what was originally a devastating diagnosis into a gift. Sure, I would have preferred that my son had no additional differences that make "fitting in" difficult. But, he is interesting, creative, funny, talented, logical and more times than not the most entertaining person in the room.

If anyone would like to see him live, please come to Volunteer Park on W.Sunrise Blvd in Plantation, Friday May 14 at 7:30pm. If you'd like to see him in action but can't attend, please visit www.youtube.com/jalentube

Thanks and best to all working on the puzzle one piece at a time.

[Guest guest]

Hi, ! How great to hear from you!!! I think about you often and hope all is doing well.

This has been an amazing year of growth for Jalen. When this crazy week is over, I will give you a call so we can catch up. I hope Zachary has had another awesome experience with FLCT. Please send hugs and "break a leg"....

xoxox

PS--If you want a smile, go to www.youtube.com/jalentube and see Jalen's rehearsing for Friday night at Karaoke...9 years old with an old man's soul.

To: sList Sent: Wed, May 12, 2010 7:30:38 AMSubject: Re: Some inspiration

HI ,

We'd love to come see Jalen that night but we have Cinderella with FLCT the same night! Please tell Jalen we said good luck and that Zachary says "HI"

Take care,

CHRISTINA LARSONDistinctive Florida Realty Group14263 SW 16th CourtDavie, FL 33325Fax: E-mail: christina.larson@ yahoo.com

From: brooke daniels <forbrookeyahoo (DOT) com>To: deniseslist@ yahoogroups. comSent: Tue, May 11, 2010 11:09:41 PMSubject: Some inspiration

,

Thanks for all you do, first off.

Second, I was thinking it might be exciting and inspiring to pass this on for the benefit of parents with children with ASD, specifically Asperger's.

My son who is 9 years old and has Asperger's is musically gifted. There is an old soul inside that body of his and a mind to match. This Friday night, May 14, he will be performing at the Tinsel Town Cabaret at Volunteer Park in Plantation. This is a talent show for which nearly 50 people, both kids and adults, tried out. Ultimately 17 are in the show. He will be singing "Oh Darling" by Lennon and McCartney. I know I am his Mom and all, but believe me when I say he is amazing.

I tell Jalen all the time that with Asperger's comes many challenges but also some wonderful gifts. Our happiness in life comes from deciding which list we choose to prioritize and develop. I know it is that way of looking at things that has made what was originally a devastating diagnosis into a gift. Sure, I would have preferred that my son had no additional differences that make "fitting in" difficult. But, he is interesting, creative, funny, talented, logical and more times than not the most entertaining person in the room.

If anyone would like to see him live, please come to Volunteer Park on W.Sunrise Blvd in Plantation, Friday May 14 at 7:30pm. If you'd like to see him in action but can't attend, please visit www.youtube. com/jalentube

Thanks and best to all working on the puzzle one piece at a time.

Ch