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I am not a hero. seriously. I can you tell who is though.

I had someone tell me it takes a special person to parent a child like David.  It takes a special person to be a parent.  Period. Any man can be a father, donate DNA, that kind of thing.  But to be a parent, a “dad” takes something more. To be the dad of a special needs kids isn’t something that everyone can handle.  I get that.  really, I do.  But… and I say but… How do you know, if you don’t try.  We had a special couple of parents help us with David for a while this year.  I believe in my heart that they are special.  I am honored that they were chosen to work with our son.  I am sorry it didn’t work out for both families, and I understand why things didn’t work out. I hold no grudges. Bear no ill will. I don’t want them to

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