Two Brothers

This picture.

The older brother watching the younger brother play goalie.

Probably seems like nothing special.

But it is. It’s hugely special.

It’s years of hard work and practice. It’s deep breaths and waiting patiently.

It’s noise and sound and cold.

It’s also a family, all together, watching a hockey game.

I don’t know a lot about autism. I am no expert.

I can’t tell you the mysteries of my son for sure. Nor can I always tell you they why or the how.

But I can tell you, that Cooper watched his younger brother intently for well over 30 minutes this afternoon. His eyes, glued on Sawyer.

And he waved to him. And used my phone to take dozens of photos of him too.

And it was wonderful.

Eleven years to get to this photo.

Two brothers.

One in the net. And one cheering him on.

Both accomplishments just as sweet.

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