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When I wrote the last post I was eager to share the incredible experience we had with our beloved Orcas and our new friends at Marineland – because when you live with Autism, you tend to be prepared with an exit plan in case things aren’t working…..but I surely wasn’t prepared for what was in store for us that day. Generous souls at work.

Those of you who have visited here, and know my Sam, realize that THIS was indeed a rare, unexpected, and very special event – and are so happy for him, and for me.  Those of you who don’t know us, but have shared your heartfelt comments, have widened our circle of friends.  You’ve moved me and my family. 

MANY THANKS to Ali, who shared my link with her readers.  Like I told her, with a wave a magic wand, and a link on her site, she proved you can MAKE A DIFFERENCE and spread the love.  As many of you said – GIVING of yourself can make such an impact on someone’s life just as the trainers did.  Being IN TUNE with people, that’s the key.  It is SO COOL that we got to share this story with so many people around this globe – and that all of you GOT IT. Tears of happiness here too. 

I wish I had the time to write back to each and every one of you who read this story and offered your sweet responses on this blog and by email.  Please know we have loved reading them and cherish that you took the time to share in our joy.

Love, Sam’s Mom

(EDIT:  Check it out!  Comment #69 is from Nicholas – the young man who set the day in motion…..THANKS NICHOLAS. Big round of applause for you!  Look how many people you touched with your simple gesture of telling Sean, Kendra, and Mike about Sam.  )

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6 responses to “Making Magic”

  1. Tanya Webster Avatar
    Tanya Webster

    your story touched me in a way i cannot explain…warmed my heart, made me realize there is still soo much good in the world–congratulations to Sam…what a special, special boy!!! Thanks for sharing your story…it really was MAGIC!! T

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  2. CindyB Avatar
    CindyB

    Michelle,
    I’m crying as I write this. Sam’s story touched my heart. I’m so happy for your family! My son, Nicholas, is mildly autistic. We deal with many of the same issues you described. (Heaven forbid that he doesn’t have his blue polar fleece jacket to wear every day, even when it’s summer!) To find complete strangers that picked up on how special your son is is an absolute miracle.
    Thank-you for sharing this wonderful story. It made my day!
    CindyB

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  3. Crystal Avatar
    Crystal

    As a teacher, you reminded me just how important special experiences are to every child. Thank you for sharing this amazing story! You are an amazing mom!! ((( HUGS )))

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  4. Dalne Avatar
    Dalne

    Thanks for sharing THE MAGIC!

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  5. Tracie Lyn Huskamp Avatar
    Tracie Lyn Huskamp

    Hi Michelle,
    We haven’t met, but I am a fan of your art.
    I wanted to tell you that your story about your son Sam is so HEARTFELT. Although, I don’t have children of my own, his experience and your recollection of that day brought a flood of tears to my eyes.
    It is SO hard sometimes to have faith in the world and in people. But I think an incident like this continues to prove that there is good and that the bright light of kind words and actions is a strong force surrounding everyone.
    Thank you so much for sharing this day with us.
    Sincerest Wishes,
    Tracie Lyn Huskamp

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  6. Pat Gillule Avatar
    Pat Gillule

    Hi! I don’t know if you remember me–I used to teach next door to Maureen at King. I got to know and love Sam, so when Maureen sent me the link I was very excited to see him! (I live in upstate NY now.)
    What an awesome experience for him! It made my day, and it’s wonderful that the folks at Marineland were so attentive. Congratulations Sam! You were amazing with those killer whales!

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