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TRIUMPH OVER DISABILITY

His radiant countenance exudes vibrant thanksgiving while cheering with jubilant glow… yet, his lips couldn’t verbalize it. So, here am I… his Mom, in striving to talk about it would rather poetically express special child’s mirth of purity upon learning that he is commended for his achievement in his learning endeavor. He was diagnosed with infantile spasm epilepsy “to progress toward retrogression” breaking my heart … 15 years ago… Despite agonizing moments along therapy sessions he had emerged victorious… Albeit angst in my motherhood days his conquest helped me manage our partnership propped by faith, marked with divine love… Now, we are grateful to God Who specializes in the impossible* as he keeps on talking in sign language about his delight for receiving a medal while advancing fast with his wheel chair.
*Luke 1:37 For with God nothing shall be impossible. July 5, 2024 1st place, "I couldn't talk about it, so I wrote a poem" Free Verse Poetry Writing Contest; Sponsored by Silent One; judged on 7/22/2024

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Date: 7/23/2024 8:18:00 AM
First place well deserved! I'm grateful for people who care for others and sacrifice for them...I had a brother with cerebral palsy who needed constant care. My parents were saints and we learned a lot about loving others through them. God bless you!
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Beata Agustin
Date: 7/23/2024 8:26:00 AM
Thanks so much... God bless you... By the way, last July 15, our special child received two ribbons for his "Most Friendly" and "Most Cheerful" awards during their Sunday School Class Recognition.
Date: 7/22/2024 1:34:00 PM
Very touching story! A mother’s distress, a mother’s faith and a mother’s joy! Congrats on your top win Beata!
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Krish Radhakrishna
Date: 7/23/2024 3:41:00 AM
That is so very pleasing to hear!
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Beata Agustin
Date: 7/23/2024 3:24:00 AM
Thanks so much... God bless you... By the way, last July 15, our special child received two ribbons for his "Most Friendly" and "Most Cheerful" awards during their Sunday School Class Recognition.
Date: 7/22/2024 11:19:00 AM
This really touched my heart, you have shown the ultimate sacrifice as a mother.. I am happy that there is some form of communication for you... Congratulations on your first place in the contest..
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Beata Agustin
Date: 7/23/2024 3:23:00 AM
Thanks so much for the prompt... and for the placement, plus your uplifting comment and commendation. God bless you... By the way, last July 15, our special child received two ribbons for his "Most Friendly" and "Most Cheerful" awards during their Sunday School Class Recognition.

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