What I want for my child.

I want my child to be happy
I want my child to be safe
I want my child to be healthy
I want my child to be courteous
I want my child to be independent
I want my child to have a future


What happens if you have a disabled child?
All the above still counts but there are some extras

I want my child to have the help they need
I want my child to have the education they need
I want my child to be treated as 'normal'
I want my child to have the same chance of life as 'normal' children
I WANT MY CHILD TO HAVE A FUTURE!

I don't want my child to have your pity
I don't want my child stared at in the street
I don't want my child to hear whispered comments
I don't want my child pointed at
I don't want your sympathy!



So to all of you out there who don't have disabled children, please think before you comment or stare.
Disabled children (people) are the angels that have been sent down to help us learn compassion, understanding
tolerance and love.