tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post5320931309009985604..comments2022-12-27T17:09:44.226-05:00Comments on IVY LANE DESIGNS: Autism, Dorney Park and the Kindness of StrangersMERRILL WEBER ARThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03725749836549701056noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-25849891469087092002013-08-07T10:32:05.704-04:002013-08-07T10:32:05.704-04:00With the times we live in, this story was a breath...With the times we live in, this story was a breath of fresh air. This park should be honored to have gone above and beyond all expectations to assist one person so Justin could enjoy his special day. Being a Mom, I know the gratitude I would have felt to the employees had they gone to such lengths to make one of my own feel so happy.<br />This is one of those stories that restores my faith in theAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06651618424544270081noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-70174176472555215562013-07-30T10:38:52.308-04:002013-07-30T10:38:52.308-04:00What a great story! I'd been wondering if 2 do...What a great story! I'd been wondering if 2 doddering grandparents would be up to a day at Dorney Park with a 5-year old, This makes me confident the great staff would gladly help us out, f need be. Definitely putting this on our summer to-do list.Susan Gornnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-86741188078709795702013-07-29T21:32:49.067-04:002013-07-29T21:32:49.067-04:00I love this! This is the way a business should be ...I love this! This is the way a business should be run! Love you both and I wish I could visit Dorney Park! knhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07258150784728680094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-63436691299583476282013-07-29T21:16:27.854-04:002013-07-29T21:16:27.854-04:00It's nice to know the kindness you share comes...It's nice to know the kindness you share comes back to you! Kudos to Dorney Park employees for making Justin's day everything he was hoping for! So heartwarming.<br />Linda<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-24704421606329842392013-07-29T17:42:04.100-04:002013-07-29T17:42:04.100-04:00Merrill, my heart is so warmed that the attendants...Merrill, my heart is so warmed that the attendants at Dorney Park not only heard the pain in your voice, but knew that they were the only ones who could help by stopping the ride and searching for the glasses. Thank them profusely for all the other "Justins" who will come to Dorney Park knowing they have friends who will help them when they are in crisis - friends who understand the Sue Peturanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-82773706996345593182013-07-29T15:17:45.550-04:002013-07-29T15:17:45.550-04:00It's always great to hear when people go out o...It's always great to hear when people go out of their way to help others! So awesome that the park employees even tried to help, and that they were successful in finding the most important part of Justin's glasses -- the lenses!! I'm so glad his memories of the day will be happy ones. And even better that you have such a positive story to share!! :)Tracienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-30794291358059590392013-07-29T14:32:05.478-04:002013-07-29T14:32:05.478-04:00You don't have to go all the way to Walt Disne...You don't have to go all the way to Walt Disney World to feel the magic.<br /><br />Accidents happen. Things get lost. But how do you explain that to a young man with autism who, for weeks, has anxiously anticipated his Dorney Park roller coaster adventure? It was the wind that grabbed his eyeglasses and sent them flying. But all was not lost. With Tinker Bell nowhere in sight, the park Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-56644515473010648562013-07-29T13:50:17.281-04:002013-07-29T13:50:17.281-04:00It is inspiring to know that Dorney has such carin...It is inspiring to know that Dorney has such caring employees. I am sure it can't be easy to stay enthusiastic when working the same rides all summer long, but I have always felt that the youths they employ put their best face forward from the beginning until the end of the season, remembering that although it's Dorney Day every day for them, for some, like Justin, it is the best day all Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-23279263016418870962013-07-29T13:18:53.059-04:002013-07-29T13:18:53.059-04:00What a great finish to what could have been a very...What a great finish to what could have been a very rough day! I love when employees anywhere go that extra mile to help an individual - esp for someone with special needs! Thank you Dorney Park for recognizing what needed to be done, and getting it done!susan cleavernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-82868811759652350852013-07-29T13:16:17.955-04:002013-07-29T13:16:17.955-04:00So glad to hear that Dorney has employees that are...So glad to hear that Dorney has employees that are willing to go above and beyond. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. I am especially glad that what could have been a "terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day" for Justin was averted and he was able to have a wonderful experience instead.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-60070829873473381512013-07-29T12:39:11.315-04:002013-07-29T12:39:11.315-04:00Great to hear! NbmGreat to hear! NbmAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-31447984978312397042013-07-29T11:51:57.539-04:002013-07-29T11:51:57.539-04:00I have been going to Dorney Park for as long as I ...I have been going to Dorney Park for as long as I can remember. Our experiences have always been wonderful. It is so nice to hear that there are still people (teenagers probably) that did this for you and Justin with nothing in it for them. Especially after the Dorney "officials" said there was nothing they could do. I am so glad you and Justin got to enjoy a full day at the park and Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-53964389148525802322013-07-29T11:50:17.730-04:002013-07-29T11:50:17.730-04:00So glad your day with Justin was saved - kudos and...So glad your day with Justin was saved - kudos and thanks to the park employees! It's always nice when employees go out of their way to help and these folks should be recognized/commended by their employer for their above & beyond efforts. Much ♥ and hugs to you!!Tamihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07654625173451085391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-35457044698565454882013-07-29T11:49:31.338-04:002013-07-29T11:49:31.338-04:00It is so good to know there are businesses and peo...It is so good to know there are businesses and people, especially young adults, who care and are sensitive to others' needs. Going above and beyond to find this young man's glasses is the kind of news that should be headlines and front page. I like that the park also has programs and plans in place to help those in need of special services. You are all to be commended and I will recommendNancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11852993966447170577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-26821599087396186102013-07-29T11:48:10.329-04:002013-07-29T11:48:10.329-04:00I have been going to Dorney Park for as long as I ...I have been going to Dorney Park for as long as I can remember. Our experiences have always been wonderful. It is so nice to hear that there are still people (teenagers probably) that did this for you and Justin with nothing in it for them. Especially after the Dorney "officials" said there was nothing they could do. I am so glad you and Justin got to enjoy a full day at the park and Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12642063948800615914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-8347587621689504002013-07-29T11:16:53.898-04:002013-07-29T11:16:53.898-04:00I learned something new about park services today....I learned something new about park services today. Way to go Dorney Park! Franhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18402730749286166431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-2363457936334802092013-07-29T11:12:40.628-04:002013-07-29T11:12:40.628-04:00Love to hear when people go out of their way to do...Love to hear when people go out of their way to do nice deeds ... it makes us all feel like we should share the kindness .... kudos to Dorney!! I think Justin should be in their next commercial!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-33095365062514520492013-07-29T11:05:47.063-04:002013-07-29T11:05:47.063-04:00How wonderful! I learned something new today abou...How wonderful! I learned something new today about special services for park visitors. Way to go Dorney Park employees! Franhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18402730749286166431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-13639414484444592472013-07-29T10:44:14.554-04:002013-07-29T10:44:14.554-04:00This is a great story! The Dorney Park associates ...This is a great story! The Dorney Park associates did not HAVE to do what they did, but clearly they saw how important it was to you and Justin and did the right thing. I love hearing stories like this. Too often we hear negative stories, but these great morsels are more important, showing people have hearts and do care about strangers! <br /><br />And Merrill, you are so clever! I love the superbeenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13510661731344012769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-61198223562861373952013-07-29T10:23:37.615-04:002013-07-29T10:23:37.615-04:00Kudos to the Dorney Park employees who were so hel...Kudos to the Dorney Park employees who were so helpful. When customer expectations are exceeded we tend to be surprised and grateful these days. Share your story and your reader's comments with park management so they know how their team affected your visit, your experience and your delight with Dorney Park. One last point....let me know when you go back this summer. I want to come! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17597271465587435857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-7502331119466838922013-07-29T10:14:33.584-04:002013-07-29T10:14:33.584-04:00it is so nice to hear of kindness and employees go...it is so nice to hear of kindness and employees going above and beyond to serve. The recipient of the good deed may not be able to thank you, but his many friends and family appreciate the extra effort. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3535294541246123525.post-17580505354083743732013-07-29T09:45:25.788-04:002013-07-29T09:45:25.788-04:00Merrill - we are season pass holders and have thou...Merrill - we are season pass holders and have thought their employees are so nice! In fact my teenage boys have commented on how "cool" some of the ride attendants are. Reading your blog warms my heart and confirms there are good people in this world who help to make a difference! And knowing Dorney Park goes out of their way to make people feel welcome and cared for makes me want to Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02510075116803982132noreply@blogger.com