I’m autistic, raised by an autistic dad, and have raised 3 amazing, funny, warm, compassionate, and emotional autistic kids of my own. I saw myself and my kids in Gus’s divergence. Like you said so beautifully, We don’t need to be “cured” or “pitied,” as we are a normal variance on the human spectrum. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you, Charlotte. Beautifully stated, and, apparently, much needed by many. We’ve all been a bit starved, methinks, for normal, loving, honest emotional displays between normal, loving, honest people in the public eye.
As usual, expertly written and demonstrating empathy, something sorely lacking among many Republicans. I'm on the autism spectrum and it takes a lot to bring tears to my eyes but I teared up with Gus Walz's display of emotion and love. The other thing that impresses me about the Democratic ticket is how Gov. Walz is more than ready to accept that he's number two on the ticket and to support VP Harris in any way he can. I have four brothers and my father, while he was alive, would frequently tell me that if I'd just been born a boy he'd have had a perfect score. I have no memories of him holding or kissing me, or being involved in my life. Needless to say, there was no connection between us while he was alive. Gov. Walz is the type of father I wish I had, and I love to see real fathers who aren't afraid of loving their children. I've felt the same way about Doug Emhoff who has also stood behind and supports VP Harris and obviously loves his children. This is the image of men that we need in this country, not the goof balls and weirdos who want to see women back in the 1800's.
I must admit I teared up too, it was such a beautiful display of love for his dad. I hope he didn’t hear any of the disparaging comments. He was true to himself. God bless the Walz family for daring to love each other so publicly.
As always, so well said. My parents were narcissists. I wish I’d had a parent who loved me even a tiny bit as much as Tim and Gwen Walz love Gus and Hope.
This is part of why MAGA hates liberal thought so intensely - the imposed filters to (at least) publicly screen out verbal abuse of anyone different, anyone 'less than'. To consider the effect of their actions or 'walk a mile' in someone else's shoes.
Their cruelty is one of the 'freedoms' they think shouldn't be limited to bars, locker rooms or their homes. "Trump speaks for me!".
I thought the same as you when I first saw him beaming and crying with tears welling up in my eyes and never gave it a second thought until the next day. You put it all together so succinctly. Thank you!
I’m autistic, raised by an autistic dad, and have raised 3 amazing, funny, warm, compassionate, and emotional autistic kids of my own. I saw myself and my kids in Gus’s divergence. Like you said so beautifully, We don’t need to be “cured” or “pitied,” as we are a normal variance on the human spectrum. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you, Charlotte. Beautifully stated, and, apparently, much needed by many. We’ve all been a bit starved, methinks, for normal, loving, honest emotional displays between normal, loving, honest people in the public eye.
As usual, expertly written and demonstrating empathy, something sorely lacking among many Republicans. I'm on the autism spectrum and it takes a lot to bring tears to my eyes but I teared up with Gus Walz's display of emotion and love. The other thing that impresses me about the Democratic ticket is how Gov. Walz is more than ready to accept that he's number two on the ticket and to support VP Harris in any way he can. I have four brothers and my father, while he was alive, would frequently tell me that if I'd just been born a boy he'd have had a perfect score. I have no memories of him holding or kissing me, or being involved in my life. Needless to say, there was no connection between us while he was alive. Gov. Walz is the type of father I wish I had, and I love to see real fathers who aren't afraid of loving their children. I've felt the same way about Doug Emhoff who has also stood behind and supports VP Harris and obviously loves his children. This is the image of men that we need in this country, not the goof balls and weirdos who want to see women back in the 1800's.
I must admit I teared up too, it was such a beautiful display of love for his dad. I hope he didn’t hear any of the disparaging comments. He was true to himself. God bless the Walz family for daring to love each other so publicly.
They are a beautiful family and I loved Gus!
As always, so well said. My parents were narcissists. I wish I’d had a parent who loved me even a tiny bit as much as Tim and Gwen Walz love Gus and Hope.
So sorry you didn’t have that joy! I hope you were surrounded by love by others! 💕
This is beautiful!
Yes. Absolutely this a million times over.
Amen, sister! 💝
Once again, perfection. I type this through tears. Team Gus. Team Charlotte.
Excellent points!
This is part of why MAGA hates liberal thought so intensely - the imposed filters to (at least) publicly screen out verbal abuse of anyone different, anyone 'less than'. To consider the effect of their actions or 'walk a mile' in someone else's shoes.
Their cruelty is one of the 'freedoms' they think shouldn't be limited to bars, locker rooms or their homes. "Trump speaks for me!".
And now I'm crying all over again, like I was when Guys did his thing Wednesday night. Thanks for saying what so many of us felt so eloquently.
I thought the same as you when I first saw him beaming and crying with tears welling up in my eyes and never gave it a second thought until the next day. You put it all together so succinctly. Thank you!
This is so perfectly said!!!
I knew what point you were
going to make! It’s why I love listening to your perspective!
A child overwhelmed with pride for their dad is a beautiful ! For every boy or girl! Signed Autistic girl mom! ❤️❤️❤️
Amen, Sister.