This afternoon, my in-laws took my family to the McDonald's restaurant on Dougall Ave. as part of a March Break outing. Suddenly, my youngest son, who has severe autism, became very overwhelmed by the busy surroundings and began to cry uncontrollably. We did get some unhappy or uncomfortable stares from people, but I want to focus on the people who showed understanding and kindness during this difficult time for my son.

First, to the lady who passed by on her way out the door, and gave me a sympathetic smile: Thank you. Even so simple a gesture made me feel less judged, and made me feel more encouraged to keep trying new outings with him.

Second, to the lady who came over to our table and talked to us: I thank you for trying to interact with my boy, and speaking so gently to him. I sensed you are a religious person, and although I am not religious myself, I appreciated your attempts to understand us and your offers of help. It was kind of you to offer my son a little religious medallion to hold. You also offered to watch my older son while I went out to check on my overwhelmed little boy who had to be taken to a quieter place by his grandpa. We had other family there to help, but this kind offer touched my heart.

Finally, to the McDonald's staff member who came and tried to help us have a happier experience: I did not expect that, and was so impressed at how above and beyond you went. You came and tried to soothe my very upset little guy. You offered him some toys, and then some ice cream. He ended up having to go outside, but you still brought 3 ice cream cones to our table, and I later brought one out for him and Grandpa to share. When we thanked you, you said you just wanted everyone to have a good experience at your restaurant. Thank you for showing such thoughtfulness. He did enjoy his ice cream (albeit out in the van), and his siblings got a nice treat, too. Thank you for making us feel welcome and accepted at your location.

Sometimes, it's very tough to bring our neurodiverse children out into a neurotypical world. I'm grateful that awareness and acceptance is growing. But really, something as simple as a kind look can make all the difference to us.

Thank you to the gentleman in the black coat that came to my rescue on Tuesday morning in the Devonshire parking lot. My car wouldn't start and you didn't hesitate to give me a jump. It was freezing cold out and super windy but you braved it all just to help me.
Thank you for helping me and saving me a small fortune in not having to call a tow truck.

PS turns out it was just a loose cable.

I just wanted to acknowledge the wonderful lady in the gray Dodge Hemi at McDonalds on Monday morning.

I was having a crazy busy morning, I had been up and down all night with my 7 month old daughter and was exhausted. So I opted to just run through the drive thru and treat us to a McDonald's breakfast (and get a latte) since I ran out of time to make us breakfast at home; like a lot of 3 year olds my son takes forever to consume any meal.

To my surprise when I got to the window to pay, the lady working stated that the woman ahead of us had picked up our bill. It was almost a $17 order! Amazed, I thank you so much. What an amazing pick me up to my already hectic crazy day.

So, again, thank-you to the wonderful woman in the gray Dodge Hemi.

From one tired mommy, you've made my whole week!

On Tuesday March14, around 3pm. I walked out of Anni's threading and spa at Tecumseh east, I left there in a rush with my wallet in my hand, with the intention of putting it in my purse. The wind was blowing really hard, as I attempted to put my wallet in my handbag it fell into the snow. I had no idea that I didn't put it in my purse, I went in my car and drove to Starbucks on Tecumseh street east, upon ordering my drink I attempted to pay, my wallet wasn't there. I told the barrister that I left my wallet in the car, I ran back to my car, no wallet ! I frantically went back in the Starbucks to let her know I lost my wallet, she was so kind and understanding, she told me to take the drink; even when I refuse to she said! "It's ok, I hope you find your purse." I drove back to the plaza at Anni's spa, no one saw my wallet, I went in all the store to see if anyone had turned it in. Suddenly my phone rang, I answered a gentleman from St Clair told me that someone found my purse, checked inside to locate me, but found a st Clair Alumni card and called st Clair to let them know that he had found my wallet. So, to the guy on Meadowbrook lane, I believe your name is Jeremy, I would like to say thank you from the bottom of my heart, for being so honest and humble, just when I thought that there is no more good in this world. THANK YOU! Your kindness is really appreciated. You went above and beyond to find me. God bless you, and I promise I'm going to find a way to reward you.

I was in a car accident on hwy 3 between kingsville and essex on march 13 at 530 pm. Thank God myself and passager walk out ok little sore but walking I would like to thank the gentle man driving the heating and cooling truck that stop to make sure I was ok ....I did not get the name of your company but your kindness has not gone un noticed. So HUGE. THANK YOU for taking thw time to check on us

Laurie and Stephanie who work at Sears you have been spotted for being so kind and understanding where others probably wouldn't be and going above and beyond to help us out when you found out my son is scared of the escalator and elevator.
Your thoughtfulness was the best birthday gift for this Mom.
Thanks again.

On Tuesday February 28th after a late night conference, a friend and I stopped for dinner at the Kildare House for a bite to eat. We were seated up stairs next to a group of young patrons in their 20's celebrating a friends birthday. They respectfully asked if they could listen to their music while playing a friendly game of cards. The patrons were polite and enjoying each other's complaby, laughing and celebrating. When we left to pay our bill the server told us that, "It was taken care of." On our way out a young woman apologized for "Being loud and disrupting our dinner conversation" and explained that they were celebrating a friends birthday and had no intention on ruining our dining experience so she paid for our dinner to say thank you and that she "appreciated us". So to that beautiful patron, Thank You for the kindness and generosity displayed.

I was near Wyandotte and Marentette where the fire department had responded to a call south of Wyandotte around 2PM Friday. Approximately 15 minutes later I was travelling south on Parent when one of the fire trucks that had left the call was driving ahead of me. Suddenly the truck pulled over to the curb lane beside the old W. D. Lowe Secondary School just passed the playground. Two firemen jumped out of the truck with one of them stopping traffic as the other ran across the street. As I watched, I was wondering where another fire may have been however I didn't see any smoke. Suddenly the one who had went across the street came back across with a good ole Frisbee in his hand! Apparently one of the kids in the playground threw it too hard or the wind took it sailing across the street. The fire department responded by stopping to get it for them!
WAY TO GO WFD!!! Hats off to you for your kind gesture!