Susan Boyle Reveals Lifelong Learning DisAbilities
Breaking news, readers. I’m more than a little surprised. Thanks George.
Britain’s Got Talent sensation Susan Boyle, who became an overnight star after singing I Dreamed A Dream on the reality TV programme last Saturday (11th April), has revealed that she was born with learning disabilities as a result of oxygen deprivation at birth. She says she was bullied at school because she was slow.
She told Deadline Scotland that she hopes the show will highlight her disabilities. She said: I was slightly brain damaged at birth, and I want people like me to see that they shouldn’t let a disability get in the way. I want to raise awareness — I want to turn my disability into ability.
She’s my kind of person! Her victory on the programme’s so predictable that it’s almost been decided already, but I now have an extra reason to give her my full support. She’s already proved that she’s truly DisAbled and an inspiration to many.
Like they say never judge a book by its cover…Hats off to Susan Boyle!
As the parent of a disabled young adult, I know the painful truth of what you say. What should be learned by society from Susan, besides hopefully enjoying her music for years to come, is the fundamental importance of offering opportunities to the learning disabled. So many can become productive citizens, but they need special chances, and protection against discrimination.
Thank you very much for your comments semper. You are right of course. All the best to you and your family.
We are kindred spirits , semper! My adult son has Asperger’s, and he has been my hero all along. Our children are talented, and so deserving.
Thanks for sharing aspiemom. Best wishes.