To those who notice my daughter’s unsteady walk and her deliberate way of engaging in physical activities and think she’s incapable: You don’t know my daughter.
To those who see her struggle with speech and assume she doesn’t grasp what’s happening around her: You don’t know my daughter.
To those who witness her writing just the initial of her name while her peers can write theirs in full and conclude she lacks intelligence: You don’t know my daughter.
To those who glance at her various special needs diagnoses and presume she is unlike other children: You don’t know my daughter.
To those who evaluate her test scores and misjudge her capabilities: You don’t know my daughter.
To those who interpret her calm, sometimes shy demeanor as a sign she won’t keep pace: You don’t know my daughter.
To those who think it’s best not to push her for fear of failure: You don’t know my daughter.
What you might not realize is that she is incredibly resilient and can master the monkey bars better than many. You don’t know that she has a heart that truly empathizes, picking up on emotions, no matter how subtle. You don’t know that she engages in full conversations with her limited vocabulary when she’s with those who take the time to listen.
You don’t know that she is reflective and has an incredible memory for the smallest details. You don’t know that she is eagerly anticipating starting kindergarten this fall and that she has been part of early intervention since she was just five months old, making remarkable progress every single day.
You don’t know that since her birth, she has defied the odds and faced more challenges in her short life than many adults do in a lifetime. You don’t know that she has fought bravely through two open-heart surgeries by eight months old, and she carries the scars of her journey with pride.
You don’t know that she is a caring big sister who adores her baby brother. You don’t know that she delights in the scents of lavender and freshly baked banana bread. You don’t know that she enjoys shows from the Disney Channel to The Big Bang Theory.
You don’t know that she is funny, quirky, and quick-witted, lighting up our days with laughter. You don’t know that she is cherished beyond measure by her mommy and daddy and has an entire support system of family and friends behind her. You don’t know that even at just five years old, her wisdom exceeds her age.
You don’t know that while she may not fit your expectations, she is just like any child who loves to play, sing, and indulge in ice cream. You don’t know that despite her challenges, she is determined and capable of reaching her goals. You don’t know that if you give her a chance, she will reveal her immense potential.
No, you don’t know my daughter, but I wish you did. You’re truly missing out.
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In summary, my daughter is a remarkable individual whose strength and spirit often go unnoticed. She is a loving child full of potential, and those who take the time to know her will find a world of joy and inspiration.