A heartwarming story out of Boston
[Link to full video], about a certain young boy at a classical orchestra concert who sparked a flurry of emotions in thousands of people.
As the parent of an autistic child, stories like this warm my heart. Our son, too, is severely autistic and (largely) non-verbal. Finding that “one thing” that sparks their interest and fascination, especially something as complex and enjoyable as music, is a wonderful and beautiful thing. For Logan, its numbers and shapes.
I hope that every child, on the spectrum or not, has the opportunity to experience this kind of wonder early in life. I know from my own experiences that it’s a glorious and inspiring feeling to have.
And if you’re no longer a child, don’t think you are too old, and immune to feelings of awe and amazement. There’s a whole world at your fingertips! Explore! Discover! Find something that fascinates you, and then never let it go!