Okay, here’s my story about Ben Neels Els. I remember it like it was yesterday. It all started when I noticed this article about Ernie Els, you know, “The Big Easy” golfer. It mentioned his son, Ben, who has autism. I was moved. So, I dived deeper.
I learned that Ernie and his wife, Liezl, have two kids, Samantha and Ben. Ben’s autism inspired them to get involved in autism awareness. I saw pictures of Ernie wearing an “Autism Speaks” logo on his golf bag. That really struck me. I had to know more.
So, I started digging into the Els for Autism Foundation. That’s where things got interesting. Turns out, Ernie wasn’t just slapping a logo on his bag. He and Liezl were building something real, something to help not just Ben, but other kids with autism, too. I read about how this foundation is making a difference in the lives of families dealing with autism, and I was just blown away.
- I watched an interview with Ernie. He was so genuine, talking about his son, and you could see the love and the determination in his eyes.
- I found out that it wasn’t just Ernie. His friend, Marvin Shanken, was there, too, supporting the cause.
- I kept reading and reading and found out that Ernie once worried that he might have contributed to his son’s autism. I thought that was a really vulnerable thing to admit publicly.
But, the story doesn’t end there. Ben, this amazing kid, he brought a sense of peace to his dad, Ernie. It’s like, through all the challenges, there was this beautiful connection. And that’s what I realized – it’s not just about the struggles of autism. It’s about the love, the acceptance, and the impact these kids have on their families.
I continued to follow the Els’ story, and it just reinforced my belief that we need more people like Ernie and Liezl. They’re not just talking about autism awareness. They’re living it. They’re building a legacy of hope and support for families around the world. And for me, that’s a story worth sharing. That’s what I learned from Ben Neels Els.
What a lovely family story!
I finished my research with a full heart. It’s one thing to read about a famous golfer. It’s another to see how a family can turn a challenge into a mission, a mission to help others. So, yeah, that’s my take on the whole Ben Neels Els thing. Pretty inspiring, right?
