The Value of Friendship

As we came away from my little boy's friends birthday party yesterday he sank thoughtfully into his seat and said 'Well that was nice!' Very special words for a little boy with Aspergers who struggles to socialise and was too stressed to go on his own. I was touched by the thoughtfulness and kindness which had gone into the invitation and the preparations which had been made to ensure that he had a good time. My son had been prepared for all eventualities. He knew what food they were going to eat, the games they might play and most of all he was the only guest. They realised you see how intimidated he would be if there were too many excited children. My son's friend didn't comment when my son arrived with his computer 'just in case'. He just accepted him as any friend would for who he is! I am deeply grateful to that family for what they did yesterday because they made my little boy smile!