Letters

I want to thank you all for giving my son the chance to be a typical kid. Last night for the 1st time in his life he was an 18 year old just like any other 18 year old. You see, my son has suffered from several mental health disorders along with neurological disorders his entire life. I have tried in the past to take him to concerts, but he has always been afraid he couldn't take the crowds and loudness of concerts. But he was excited and very much wanting to see yall. So I got the pleasure of seeing you guys, my son and my son's friends at the best concert I have ever attended. As Paul said in last night's show (El Paso, Dec. 2), my son forgot the outside world and just Rocked last night. He was just like every other 18 year old there. There are very few (really none) outlets for Mentally Ill teenagers. Especially those who are totally aware of their illness and differences. Last night there were no differences. The cost of the show and the day missing school wasn't an easy decision, but I'd happily do it again to give my son that bit of normalcy. So again a big THANK YOU to you all. And to add a bit of selfishness ... if you ever are shopping for a cause to support... Mentally Ill Teenagers and Young Adults could use you ... :-)~ Christy Kay