A 11 ans, Michael Morones est un petit Américain fan de ces poneys colorés, étiquetés « jouets pour filles ». En janvier, sa passion pour les dessins animés « My Little Pony » lui a presque coûté la vie. Harcelé par ses camarades, Michael Morones s’est pendu à son lit superposé, dans le but de mettre fin à ses jours, comme le rapporte le média américain « Chicago Now ».
Le site explique que ses camarades le harcelaient à propos de sa prétendue homosexualité. A son arrivée à l’hôpital, Michael Morones souffrait de graves lésions cérébrales. Depuis quelques jours, son état s’améliore et son cerveau commence à reprendre ses fonctions, selon « Chicago Now ».
Touchés et révoltés par cette histoire, des milliers de personnes ont apporté leur soutien à Michael Morones et à sa famille. Hasbro, la marque de « My Little Pony », a publié un communiqué destiné aux parents de l’enfant :
« Nous sommes honorés de savoir qu’il est un fan passionné et nous lui envoyons nos pensées et prières, ainsi qu’à sa famille dans ce moment extrêmement difficile. » Au Texas, le tatoueur Tony Wayne propose des tatouages inspirés de « My Little Pony », contre seulement 20 dollars, pour soutenir l’enfant.
La mère et le beau-père du garçon ont également créé une fondation à son nom, pour récolter des fonds et combattre le harcèlement http://www.michaelmorones.org/. « J’ai entendu beaucoup de gens dire qu’il faut tenir responsables les personnes à l’origine du harcèlement, mais ce n’est pas ce que voudrait Mike », a souligné la mère de Michael Morones auprès de la chaîne ABC. « Je préférerais apprendre aux gens comment faire bien plutôt que punir, parce que la punition n’est pas toujours une solution », a poursuivi Tiffany Morones-Suttle. La mère de Michael Morones peut également compter sur les acteurs qui doublent les personnages de « My Little Pony ». Ils ont tous enregistré leurs voix afin d’envoyer des messages plein de tendresse au petit garçon.
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>> In January, 11-year-old Michael Morones attempted to take his own life by hanging, which has left him in the hospital with serious brain damage. Although suicidal ideation is a complicated issue with more than one cause, a known factor in Michael’s distress was the bullying he experienced at school.
Other kids taunted Michael about his love for My Little Pony, calling him gay for liking a TV show that was marketed to girls.
At the time of my initial article about Michael and subsequent update, Michael was still nonresponsive and heavily sedated.
Today, we have wonderful and encouraging news!
Over the last several days, for the first time, Michael has steadily improved. His body is starting to wake up and his brain is very slowly starting to function again. He no longer needs IV medications or sedation.
There are recent signs of neurological function present in Michael’s body that have not previously existed. As such, the next steps include moving him to a wheelchair. His family attributes his improvement to the outpouring of love and support.
From the Michael Morones Foundation:
« The doctors still don’t know what he will be capable of since his brain has a long way to go, but thanks to each and everyone of you out there sending love, positive thoughts and prayers, Michael is experiencing an evolving miracle of healing. »
Please learn more about the Michael Morones Foundation located at http://www.michaelmorones.org/ and it is the go-to page for all information about Michael. The page is interactive and includes a place for supporters to comment and upload YouTube videos for Michael.
The mission of the Foundation is to educate and educate communities worldwide on the social development and well-being of our youth. The Foundation works to ensure children that they are loved while providing our youth support and equipping them with the necessary life skills to enjoy a successful life.
Donations to the Michael Morones Foundation will both support the mission of the Foundation and assist in the enormous medical costs of Michael’s ongoing care.
Please send cards and donations to The Michael Morones Foundation at:
The Michael Morones Foundation
P.O. Box 849
Durham, NC 27702
People from around the world have come together to support and love Michael Morones. There has even been an influx of “tough guys” getting My Little Pony tattoos to show Michael that they stand with him and support his right to like any toy, regardless of gender-based marketing.
Thank you so much to my amazing readers who first sent Michael’s story zooming around the Internet. You have changed this boy’s life and that of his family for the better, and his family expresses gratitude and appreciation for your concern. Kindness is healing.
Twitter: #TeamMichaelMorones
Facebook: Support and Love for Michael Morones
Carrie Goldman is the award-winning author of Bullied: What Every Parent, Teacher, and Kid Needs to Know About Ending the Cycle of Fear.
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Fondation http://www.michaelmorones.org/
