tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post2712321913161384049..comments2023-03-28T14:44:24.263-07:00Comments on Shawn, Mars, Charlie ... and DREW!: MisunderstoodMarshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00789631247148864654noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-29262488889618226222012-02-02T20:17:48.299-08:002012-02-02T20:17:48.299-08:00Wow. Thanks, Rachel. Your words made me cry. I thi...Wow. Thanks, Rachel. Your words made me cry. I think it's the confirmation that Charlie's not the "only one" who is the way he is (because sometimes that's how it feels), and the wonderful idea that maybe he will grow up one day to have a sister-in-law who loves him, understands him, and accepts him jut the way he is: different. And yes, the loyalty, man I just love that about him so much. Just love him so much!Marshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00789631247148864654noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-885370605165219912012-02-02T20:11:04.994-08:002012-02-02T20:11:04.994-08:00I don't know why I'm just seeing this post...I don't know why I'm just seeing this post, but it is beautiful, Marlene. I had no idea he has Aspergers. Cam's brother has that too and so much of how you described Charlie fits him too. So different than what the world "expects" but shockingly refreshing and pure in comparison to what the world lacks and has come NOT to expect in people (loyalty, for one). You are such an awesome mama.Rachel @ Lautaret Bohemiethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00386970771824268791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-50461850104960371482012-01-03T21:26:44.346-08:002012-01-03T21:26:44.346-08:00I was just blog hopping & happened upon your b...I was just blog hopping & happened upon your blog. This post is beautiful. Poetic & honest. How lucky Charlie is to have your for his mom.<br />~Shelly Cunningham<br />www.loganandjack.blogspot.comShelly Cunninghamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13298824261677193477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-20612456132455159572011-12-19T09:31:39.886-08:002011-12-19T09:31:39.886-08:00Charlie has touched me and our family by the thing...Charlie has touched me and our family by the things he says and does, just by being him, just the way he is. I still think of the prayers you captured by recording, as one example.<br /><br />That said, I can imagine you having lots of mental and emotional ups and downs right alongside Charlie, wondering which of his actions are what people nowadays deem as "age-appropriate" and what are only Charlie-appropriate!<br /><br />Hugs your way.lorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09842669291410075411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-5576621699312185072011-12-04T00:31:17.839-08:002011-12-04T00:31:17.839-08:00LOVE that guy. So glad that he has let all of us ...LOVE that guy. So glad that he has let all of us crazies into his little world. I think that shows some real courage on his part ;)<br />Love, <br />your sisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-15113584605274057612011-12-03T18:37:29.328-08:002011-12-03T18:37:29.328-08:00Marsy! You are an awesome mom and I am sure Charl...Marsy! You are an awesome mom and I am sure Charlie knows that. I miss you all so much and I miss Charlies hugs after reading this take care!<br /><3 nikUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05634444624459948998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-36505765436321254892011-12-02T21:27:13.270-08:002011-12-02T21:27:13.270-08:00Wow, so well said. I feel like I know so much abo...Wow, so well said. I feel like I know so much about your family through the blog, but I don't know enough. I didn't know he struggled with all of this. I have seen his amazing self through your eyes and it's easy to see why he is so lovable. I am so glad you shared.Christihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08761557281471630828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-88354766298477660342011-12-02T18:38:16.366-08:002011-12-02T18:38:16.366-08:00Not sure why I came up as "unknown"...ju...Not sure why I came up as "unknown"...just ol' neighbor Cheryl leaving the above comentUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13975809985623080649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-21000122610856675992011-12-02T18:37:04.209-08:002011-12-02T18:37:04.209-08:00Ditto to Andrea's comment...tears are welling ...Ditto to Andrea's comment...tears are welling up in my eyes as well. I have never read a more sensitive and touching commentary as yours, Marlene. I hadn't a clue that your sweetie approaches life with any hindrances...I have always found Charlie absolutely charming and from your blogs/Facebook incredibly in-tune and exceptionally creative. All I know is that under the loving and secure home that you and Shawn provide for your boys will definitely elevate both your guys to the pinnacle of their abilities. Your heartfelt writings are extraordinary and I still think you should pursue a writing career! Hugs, CherylUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13975809985623080649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184874042098277856.post-70636393406363999192011-12-02T17:54:35.480-08:002011-12-02T17:54:35.480-08:00Mars, that was simply beautiful. I have teary eyes...Mars, that was simply beautiful. I have teary eyes.Greg and Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12407086084071932951noreply@blogger.com