Oh, alas the reality of turning 50 hit me the other day. Upon reading an email from an arts organization that I am involved with, the subject of celebrating Canada's 150th Anniversary came up and, while I was excited for the prospect of embarking on a potential new project to mark my dear country's milestone - my own shock and horror overcame me.
The Summer of 2017 will be my 50th! Crap!
I needed to sit down and pour myself a glass (make that two) of wine to settle my nerves.
So, I will participate in bringing forth celebratory events for Canada and, just might have to include a party or two for myself! Paris anyone?
xo vagi
Friday, April 26, 2013
Monday, April 1, 2013
Everyday is World Autism Awareness Day in my Life
I refer to many stories about my son, Aidan who has Autism. He was a guest at our local city council meeting on March 25, 2013 and gave his oral on being Autistic - the same oral as linked on You Tube.
The following letter came from a local music school owner, who knows my youngest son (Owen) well, through lessons. I think the letter speaks for itself. April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day - it is everyday in my life, my families life and all of those who care for us.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2JilgXvvx8
Dear Aidan,
I know we have only really just met and are becoming friends, but I wanted to thank you for inviting me to come to City Counsel today to watch you recite your oral.
I have to tell you that sadly I do not know that much about Autism and I am sorry that I have not taken the time to educate myself. However, today you have opened my eyes to what i think is a very important subject to research and get involved in. I can say with all honestly, I was so touched by your oral and your ability to present it in front of such a prestigious audience. I could not hold in my tears, not because I was sad, but because I was so very proud of you and everything you have accomplished today.
I can promise to you right here and now, that i will do everything in my power to educate others who may not know or understand what Autism is all about. I also promise you Aidan, that I will get involved as much as I possibly can in any and every event, rally, concert, funday or dinner that is put on by or in conjunction with Autism Ontario.
Aidan, you changed my life today, and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you do. You are so special and I will never forget what you have done here today.
Please keep me informed on all of the up coming events that you are involved in. I will be sure to be there or participate as much as I can.
Love,
Your New Friend,
Always & Forever,
Carrie Suriano
The following letter came from a local music school owner, who knows my youngest son (Owen) well, through lessons. I think the letter speaks for itself. April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day - it is everyday in my life, my families life and all of those who care for us.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2JilgXvvx8
Dear Aidan,
I know we have only really just met and are becoming friends, but I wanted to thank you for inviting me to come to City Counsel today to watch you recite your oral.
I have to tell you that sadly I do not know that much about Autism and I am sorry that I have not taken the time to educate myself. However, today you have opened my eyes to what i think is a very important subject to research and get involved in. I can say with all honestly, I was so touched by your oral and your ability to present it in front of such a prestigious audience. I could not hold in my tears, not because I was sad, but because I was so very proud of you and everything you have accomplished today.
I can promise to you right here and now, that i will do everything in my power to educate others who may not know or understand what Autism is all about. I also promise you Aidan, that I will get involved as much as I possibly can in any and every event, rally, concert, funday or dinner that is put on by or in conjunction with Autism Ontario.
Aidan, you changed my life today, and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you do. You are so special and I will never forget what you have done here today.
Please keep me informed on all of the up coming events that you are involved in. I will be sure to be there or participate as much as I can.
Love,
Your New Friend,
Always & Forever,
Carrie Suriano
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