" Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded" 

- Jess Lair

WELCOME DANDELIONS !

First and foremost, I'd like to appreciate your time for checking FLOATING DANDELIONS out !

I came across a short film on Disney Plus title of short film is FLOAT 

Float is a 2019 Disney original Pixar short film about a father who must accept his son's unusual ability to float, a metaphor for the experience of raising a child with autism. Written and directed by Bobby Rubio, the short explores the father's journey from fearful isolation to unconditional love and acceptance, emphasizing the importance of embracing children's differences and ending the stigma of neurodivergence. 

This short film is truly inspiring and helped me embrace my son much more ! And I decided to name his team 

"FLOATING DANDELIONS"

 My son Desmond Hunkin who may look 3x his age but is only 7 years old is non verbal. So when other children or parent want to scorn my child of something that he had no understanding of.... that is where I come in and protect my son at all cost. In order to protect my son... I would have to enlighten parents about what Autism is,

Autism is not just a word that people can just throw around. It is something to accept, embrace, and be proud of. With just patience, knowledge, and therapy.. we are not alone! 

 I knew that he chose me to be his mother because I am strong young lady who can spread the testimony of his journey and empower and inspire those who felt alone and left in the dark. 

Thank you for visiting my page. All is welcome and hope you board on the Floating Dandelions to help fundraise Autism Speaks !

#TeamDesmond #TeamFoatingDandelions #TFD #TheFloatingDandelions #TeamAutism

- Diana Saengdara 

THE DANDELION

A Symbol of Resilience

The name derives from the French term dents-de-lion, meaning lion's teeth. The dandelion is a well-known weed. Yet, this humble plant is also a symbol of hope, healing, and resilience in many cultures around the world from Europe to Asia.