I am so happy the 8th grade class broke the rules and stood to cheer for the boy with Down syndrome and the girl in a helmet. They made some special kids feel very important today. But knowing there is acceptance in the world makes my sons struggle that much more obvious to me. Autism is secretive and dark and it doesn't put on benign public smile ( Read more... )

I think to myself 'I should reread the entire series before the final movie comes out. That's what a true fan would do.'
And so I reread.

I say to myself 'Gosh, I must have watched the movies too many times because I completely forgot that part!'
I think this is why I reread.

I feel goose bumps, shock, fear, sadness, anger, elation and excitement  ( Read more... )