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| Michael and Brandy |
My oldest son, Michael, graduated from college last weekend. Quite an accomplishment! Like all of us, there have been obstacles in his path. Not to be deterred, Michael has overcome them. On his own. It’s taken a long time, but that doesn’t matter. The end result outshines all else.
I used to think that the quicker a goal could be achieved, the better. I was very young when I started college. I was 16 and still in high school. I crammed a four-year degree in 3 1/2. Hating school was a great incentive–get it over quickly. However, I applied the quick-is-better mode to a lot in life.
Autism has taught me that speed means nothing.
I have learned that getting there is just as important as an accomplishment. Throughout my son’s college career, Michael has been a role model for his younger brothers with autism. He has been a wonderful, supportive son–offering reprieve when he sees me wiggin’ out. I can’t imagine attending collegiate classes and being available to hang out with littler brothers or a crazed mother. Michael has done it all.
I am a very proud mommy!
Congratulations, Michael!!!
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| Michael and his cousin Yesi with diplomas |
photo credit: Yesi Russo
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