Robin Williams ~ Rest In Peace

As everyone has heard, we lost a great comedian and actor today, Robin Williams. I was logging into my Facebook recently and I happened to look at someone's status declaring that he just died. I went onto the Internet and found out that he apparently committed suicide. Whether he did or not, it's not worth it to remember him like that. It's more important that we remember and honor him for the laughs that he brought to us and the good things about him.

Since I've mostly seen him in good movies, I'll remember him for "Aladdin, Night at the Museum 1 & 2, Jack, Mrs. Doubtfire, Jumanji, Bicentennial Man, Hook, and Flubber." He played good roles in those films.

While it's a shock about his passing, let's not forget that death is part of life. It may be the ending of an Earthly life, but always a beginning of the next. Robin Williams, we are saddened by your departure from Earth, but we share our gratitude to you for the laughs and joys you brought to the world.

This song is from one of his films, "Bicentennial Man." It's called "Then You Look At Me," sung by Celine Dion. Such a beautiful song! I'd like to make this a tribute to Robin Williams.

Disney and Autism

This morning, Mama J sent me an article from Deseret News that explains how Disney can help people with autism in 10 ways. While reading it, some old memories were brought back. According to the article:

"1. Disney makes you more positive

2. Kids can bond with Disney characters

3. Disney is all about imagination

4. Disney movies don't always have parents

5. Disney can help kids learn

6. Disney can help you learn manners

7. Disney has vibrant characters

8. Disney parks make things easier for those with autism

9. Disney can help with speech skills

10. Disney teaches you not to worry"

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865607921/?user=app

I've been a big fan of Disney since I was very little, as long as I can remember. I would spend a lot of time everyday watching the movies and TV shows on Disney. For me, it was like being transported into another world where there is adventure, happiness, laughter, fun and love. Because of my autism, I think watching Disney and other kids' shows were part of the reason I overcame it... And became the person I am today.

While there may not be a cure for it today or in the future, the only thing we can do for those with autism are to love them, teach them and help them overcome their autism. That's what my parents, sisters, teachers and friends did for me. They did it in ways that have been helping me advance. I think of it as the best therapy after all.