Autism Awareness Month
Autism Awareness Month
Dear Friends,
April is Autism Awareness month. I want to share my personal journey dealing with my son Alex’s autism with you.
The picture you see is Alex. At 6 ½, after years of searching to find out about Alex’s developmental problems we were finally given a diagnosis of Autism. At the time, I did not know what Autism meant. What I did know was he did not communicate with us, he never used the words “I” or “me” and never shared his feelings. He loved to clap his hands, swing back and forth and throw Legos against the wall.
About once every three months he would have a seizure. One time after my show at HSN, I went to home that night and put him in bed. The next morning I woke up to find he was unconscious. I immediately called 911 and the emergency team flew him and I on a helicopter to the hospital. For more than two hours I could not get him back, it was the most frightening experience of my life.
Today, after 5½ years with Alex getting treatment from Autism Treatment Center of America and also Traditional Chinese medicine, Alex’s seizures have become a vague memory. He is clearly communicating what he wants and how he feels. He can have a conversation with me and play with his sister. Just awhile ago, I was playing with him, he stopped and said “Mommy I love you.” Tears poured down my face and Alex had to console me :)
I am amazed when I watch him put a 200-piece picture puzzle together in his own unique way – that alone has taught me to respect different views and to not be judgmental about anything. Watching him lost in the music has taught me be present, to enjoy every moment of life. Even answering his repetitive questions has fueled my creativity. It is truly an amazing journey for Alex and my family.
I feel so blessed; and at the same with 1 out of every 150 children diagnosed with autism, I know it is an incredible challenge for many. With so many families affected by autism, I thought it was so very important that during Autism Awareness month to do my part to try and continue spreading the message of awareness and hope.
Thank you for being part of my life and sharing this journey with me.
Love,
Wei
Wei,
You are always so happy and upbeat, it’s hard to believe the challenges in your life. How old is your son now? I have a son with Aspergers Syndrome, who is in COLLEGE now. He’s brilliant (that’s an impartial opinion:)) and wants to get a graduate degree in engineering. How old is your son now? If you have any questions, feel free to ask. I’m about to order your todays special. But, what am I hearing about parabens, true?
Dearest Wei- You really touched me with your story about your family life. What a blessing it must be to have understanding now and all his love too. I adore you more than ever for being so honest and heartfelt. What a lucky boy Alex is to have you for his mother. God Bless you and all your family for all you do for them and us. We all love your everloving open heart. Your friend and fan, Nancy
Where are the Triple treat specials listed in this months monthly guide. It said from the 26th to 30th, I think. I see no such special?
Where are the Triple treat specials listed in this months monthly guide. It said from the 26th to 30th, I think. I see no such special?
Dear Wei, you are such a wonderful soul! Thank you for telling us about your son Alex. He is blessed to have such an inspirational Mother. Your exuberance and love must be a true comfort to him, even though his acknowledgement of it is difficult to convey. (You know it is always there!) Your entire family is fortunate to have you as their anchor. I want to thank YOU for being such a strong and amazing source of energy for us, the viewers! Look at how many lives you have touched.
Thanks for sharing about Alex.I work with autisic kids in high school and love my job.Autistic kids are so caring and responsive and full of love for learning.Thank you for being a voice and ambassador for them .I am new to your products and would like to explore it some more.
Thanks.
Naz.
Thank you for sharing even more of your life with us! You have such a passion for your products and life…it’s contagious! I use your Golden Root and a few Herbal products, and I’m so grateful to you for making them! You really do inspire me to smile and enjoy life! Take care of yourself!! I,too,wish you many more years of success!! Thank you again!!
Wei, thank you for sharing your story with us. I feel as if you are a personal friend when you share your stories on your blog or on HSN. I have gone many years unsuccessfully using other skincare products and finally decided to use the Golden Root line because you have a golden personality. I love this skincare line because I had immediate results. I wish you many more years of success!
Please consider making China Herbal hand soap in a pump bottle. Maybe a clear green plastic bottle similar to the one the hand lotion comes in. That way I can have both on my counter in my bathroom.
Thank you for sharing your story about Alex. My friend has a severely autistic son, and I see the daily challenges faced in raising him. God Bless you and your family, Wei.
Please keep the Silk Road Lotion in stock or offer a two pack so we can stock up. This is my all time favorite lotion. Thank you.
I have two autistic grandsons and know the heartbreak that comes with the diagnosis of autism. Dealing with the disorder presents a very real challenge to the family. I appreciated reading your personal story and am so happy that your son has made such great progress! Each improvement is a victory, isn’t it? I love your skin care line, by the way, and now have another reason to admire you, as well.
Thanks for sharing your story. Can’t wait for your next visit. Hope you have some new Golden Root products soon. Like a toner and a lip treatment.