The time a dad’s heart broke when he looked at his son's home work
Updated | By Jane Linley-Thomas
When a little boy with autism wrote this five-letter word, his father's heart completely broke and it moved many across the world.
Back when I read this my heart turned into a sad face.
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Bob Cornelius posted a photo of his 11-year-old son Christopher’s homework. Christopher has autism and the note shows the challenges he faces when interacting with other kids on a social level.
During the school term, I spend every evening unpacking the day with my kids, and high on the list of contentment for me is knowing they have had a happy day - trying their best and spending time with friends.
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I would really battle knowing that my child felt like he didn't have a mate to connect with.
At the time the letter was on social media, I remembered a time in high school when a once close friend made my life hell and how tough it was for my mom standing back and letting me handle the situation by myself.
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My heart goes out to all the littles who have a hard time at school and a gentle hug to those parents who have to stand behind them.
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