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No I Will
'No I Will' is a father's own story of his experiences raising a special child. It is a searingly honest account of his struggles and the challenges he faced. It is heartfelt and uplifting, incredibly moving and full of laugh out loud humour.
"I don't believe any parent, if they had the choice, would choose a physical or mental handicap for their child. No parent wants their child to suffer. But despite my son's limitations, he inspires me every day. He is innocence personified and sees the world as the truly wonderful and magical place that it is. He reminds me how to have fun, to find humour in everything and show kindness to everyone."
"I don't believe any parent, if they had the choice, would choose a physical or mental handicap for their child. No parent wants their child to suffer. But despite my son's limitations, he inspires me every day. He is innocence personified and sees the world as the truly wonderful and magical place that it is. He reminds me how to have fun, to find humour in everything and show kindness to everyone."
233 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 22, 2018
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April 12, 2020
I learned about this book a couple of months ago when I linked up to a Facebook support group for boys with 47, XYY. I’m 34 and currently pregnant with my second child... my boys will be 16 years apart. Early in our pregnancy, we discovered that our son has an extra Y chromosome. Initially, I was a little panicked. I had waited almost two decades to find the love of my life and to have a family in a more traditional sense. My oldest son, is a gifted kid and hands down the most intelligent kid I know, but has had some challenging quirks that comes with gifted kids... needless to say, I thought for sure this new little one would be a breeze. I think knowing before even meeting him that there might be a new set of challenging circumstances added to the anxiety.
But, this book has helped me so much. First, I appreciate the writer’s complete honesty. I admire his perseverance in finding normalcy for his son, but also embracing what made his son unique. I appreciate so much the glimpse into the family life and also felt good that I shared similar thoughts with my own kid - I nearly fell over when we discover the writer’s daughter had a little bit of a “shit” phase as it were... seeing as I am going through the same thing with my son... it is reassuring to see that there will be light at the end of the tunnel.
I appreciated the flexibility in expectations on what would constitute successes and failure/learning experiences... and I felt how proud the author was of his children. I just appreciated this book all around... and has made the future less intimidating.
When my husband and I discovered we were expecting, we made a decision to move further from the large city we were living in Texas... plus I am a small business owner and was able to relocate my work to a more rural setting. Knowing what we know about our little boy, my husband has been adamant that we move out even further to a smaller town... I was very apprehensive about this, but after reading this book, it makes more sense in having a small community surrounding us.
I have to say I’m somewhat envious of the schooling system described in this book compared to what is available in the United States. We have to really be creative in how we utilize schools/special education - I am a social worker and am constantly frustrated by how limited we are on helping vulnerable populations. Knowing my son might have some deficits, I am already trying to plan as much as
I can to piece together a plan to make his life as normal as possible.
This book meant a lot to me and I really appreciated the author taking the time to share. Will is definitely a light in the world. He made me laugh several times! You guys got me in the feels a lot. Thank you so much!
But, this book has helped me so much. First, I appreciate the writer’s complete honesty. I admire his perseverance in finding normalcy for his son, but also embracing what made his son unique. I appreciate so much the glimpse into the family life and also felt good that I shared similar thoughts with my own kid - I nearly fell over when we discover the writer’s daughter had a little bit of a “shit” phase as it were... seeing as I am going through the same thing with my son... it is reassuring to see that there will be light at the end of the tunnel.
I appreciated the flexibility in expectations on what would constitute successes and failure/learning experiences... and I felt how proud the author was of his children. I just appreciated this book all around... and has made the future less intimidating.
When my husband and I discovered we were expecting, we made a decision to move further from the large city we were living in Texas... plus I am a small business owner and was able to relocate my work to a more rural setting. Knowing what we know about our little boy, my husband has been adamant that we move out even further to a smaller town... I was very apprehensive about this, but after reading this book, it makes more sense in having a small community surrounding us.
I have to say I’m somewhat envious of the schooling system described in this book compared to what is available in the United States. We have to really be creative in how we utilize schools/special education - I am a social worker and am constantly frustrated by how limited we are on helping vulnerable populations. Knowing my son might have some deficits, I am already trying to plan as much as
I can to piece together a plan to make his life as normal as possible.
This book meant a lot to me and I really appreciated the author taking the time to share. Will is definitely a light in the world. He made me laugh several times! You guys got me in the feels a lot. Thank you so much!
July 15, 2019
I received a complimentary copy.
As most of you know some of my children have special needs and so I know alot about how real this book is. The feelings and struggles of ups and downs and not every day is rosey. I am so happy that this author is able to express his moments in a way that will inspire all who gets a chance to read it. You will find yourself rooting for William and becoming fast friends.
As most of you know some of my children have special needs and so I know alot about how real this book is. The feelings and struggles of ups and downs and not every day is rosey. I am so happy that this author is able to express his moments in a way that will inspire all who gets a chance to read it. You will find yourself rooting for William and becoming fast friends.
January 22, 2020
This is a wonderful book, relating the journey of parents with a special needs child. Whilst acknowledging the challenges that such a situation presents, the journey is described with humour and insight. Not to mention thought provoking. As a father of a child with special needs it was good to have perspectives challenged.
March 20, 2020
No I will
Best book I have read what a book reading this book I felt connect as our son had disabilities and life does had it up and down feels like a rollercoaster hope there will be a follow on book from this one what a lovely family and all the best
Best book I have read what a book reading this book I felt connect as our son had disabilities and life does had it up and down feels like a rollercoaster hope there will be a follow on book from this one what a lovely family and all the best
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