Graduate Speech to Remember Eric Duquette

"Never underestimate the power of a smile. . .do not allow yourself or others to be defined by your limitations but rather your abilities." Eric Duquette

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Education

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• 2010

[LouisDE1]

Just when we're down and feeling discouraged, God sends an angel to inspire us. God bless this young man in all his future endeavors.

(I am going to send his parents the bill for all the tissues I have used listening to their son's speech.)

[TheHottvshowsnow]

Thank you so much for sharing this. As a mother of an autistic child, I realize the hardships that many families have gone through. I especially like what Eric said about limitations not defining people. That is so right. Again, thanks.

[proudmilitarywife1]

As an aunt with two nephews with autism i to realize the hardships many family's have gone threw. Eric is a true testament of what love,determination,and hope stands for. Thank you for sharing this :). Truly wonderful :)

[banyaga888]

thank you so much for this video. this gave me a lot of hope for my son. i can't stop crying and thank God for this video. my husband said: "don't look at our son for what he is but for what he can be" Look at him with faith that he can do great things. You, Eric, had made that possible for me. Thank you, Eric, Than you to your mom and dad.

[AnElephantThatPaints]

I am also autistic, did not speak until 4, and now I can easily pass as mild aspergers. However, high academics never was my thing, I just got straight Bs. I am still going to a decently ranked college and studying in environmental science (since it is my specialty).

[mmoshuris2009]

this has inspire me in so many ways.

[jazziebabii213]

This was the best!

[Meiscochan]

so much inspiration for people with autism and learning disabilities everywhere, the fact that you were not held back by your autism is amazing, you knew what you wanted in life and went for it, it must have been difficult but you are a wonderful inspiration to many people in including me and my little brother Ryan who has Aspergers I am learning disabled, I love that you did not let the views of others interfere with your goals in life, thank you for giving me hope, you will be very successful

[neerping]

Congratulations on your graduation and thank you for the inspiration!

"So I guess in a way the experts were right about the institution." LOL God bless you!

[theweedguy]

I am having a very stressed out 24 hours. This video just put it all into perspective. Congratulations Eric and Family. You have inspired many including myself.