For someone who doesn’t have children and especially doesn’t have a child with a disability, “Welcome to Holland” paints wonderful imagery about the feelings of those who do. Despite not having children the description gave me insight into the world of having a child with disabilities. The use of a trip to describe the disappointment that one might feel about a change in their plans is one that people can connected with. I have been on many trips and I do know what it is like to plan for one with all the excitement and anticipation that comes with it. I also know what it feels like when future plans, that are anticipated, do not always pan out the way one would hope. Just from reading these short words from a parent I can appreciate a little of what it is like to have a child with disabilities. Kingsley also makes a great point about just appreciating what you have been handed. I think it could be easy for parents to feel bad for themselves about having a child with disabilities. Kingsley points out that if this happens then it would be easy to miss what is special about having a disabled child. Every individual child and person has his or her own unique personality and may not live up to the expectations set by parents and others. This piece helps to make you realize that life is not always going to hand you what you expect but it is important to accept what you receive and appreciate it for its own beauty.
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