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Special Exposure Wednesday: More Brotherly Love

Ben and his almost two year old brother, Sean, share a special bond. For one, they both LOVE mashed peanut butter and banana for any meal and Bob the Builder on the DVD. Ben and Sean have a high tolerance for pain. Sean likes to help Ben out, whether it be with walking, eating, drinking or standing up. Ben tolerates all the help Sean gives without trying to bite, pull hair or push him away; treatment not all people receive. It will be interesting to see how their relationship develops over the next few years.
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  1. BeverlyFebruary 24, 2010 at 11:09 AM

    so sweet. it is wonderful to have a brother

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  2. annies homeFebruary 24, 2010 at 1:46 PM

    great picture of two brothers

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  3. CristyLynnFebruary 24, 2010 at 1:55 PM

    What a special gift for the brothers to love each other so well!

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  4. Roger GemelleFebruary 24, 2010 at 8:26 PM

    I'll bet most boys love Bob the Builder!
    Hell I was a Tonka Toy Nut Too!
    Guys just gotta LOVE their tools!

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  5. AlisonFebruary 24, 2010 at 10:01 PM

    Sounds like they have a great relationship - but gross to the mashed peanut butter and banana!!

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