We love the fact that so many of Tommy’s viewers and supporters are people with Autism, Aspergers, and many other special needs. It always makes us really happy to hear from you, and to know that you enjoy Tommy and really understand him, too!
Families with loved ones with Autism and other special needs also often follow Tommy’s channel and send us the most heartwarming messages too. We are so, so glad that you write to us, and that you find joy in following Tommy’s adventures!
And, of course, we love the fact that so often Tommy’s viewers knew little or nothing about Autism, somehow stumbled across his videos, and began their own journey with open minds and heart to learn about Autism and some of the mystery, challenges, and joy it brings! Thank you all for embracing Tommy 🙂
We want to say thank you, to each and every one of you, from Tommy and our family. You help us to understand how important it is that Autism has a voice, a face, and real stories…like Tommy’s story. We are proud that Tommy makes Autism real, friendly, happy, and OK. And good, and inspiring, and hopeful. And joyful. There is so much joy 🙂
We would like to begin sharing some of the messages from viewers here. Enjoy!
Demy, a YouTube viewer from Amsterdam, made a powerpoint presentation about Tommy for her class, and sent it to Tommy!
In this video, Tommy reads it for the first time.
On YouTube, Tommy’s videos get the most awesome comments. On his 3 million views video, this comment made us smile:
Katrina Games wrote:
“Thank you the Des Brisay family for these videos. If been studying for my state board nursing test and been a total crazy person. These videos helped me relax and smile. During my test when I got nervous and was going to lose focus. I though how am I going to calm myself down? Tommy popped in my head for some reason so I sang “one step in front of the lawmen” in my head. I smiled and relaxed and continued on. Thank you Tommy and the Des Brisays for being an inspiration. If Tommy can do great things in life, so can I.”
Thanks for sharing, Katrina 🙂
Greetings! My name is Kim. Tommy is a wonderful and inspiring young man with so much potential that he has inspired me to once again concentrate on my Autism Research book which I have been working on for several months before losing the magic to focus. I say “magic” because like Tommy I love Disney and the films and believe in the magic. And I am also autistic. It’s hard living with autism every day but with help and support from those who love me and seeing how much Tommy has done to live with his autism and receive the support from his family and friends and fans, the magic is once again reigniting. I haven’t fully finished the book nor have I come up with a title for it yet but with inspiration from Disney and Tommy, the book will be done. Lastly, I’ve been to Disney World twice and I went on Halloween; if Tommy hasn’t gone to Disney’s Not-So-Scary Halloween, I recommend you all go! It was wonderful the last time I went to Disney.
Take care!
Kim
Hi Kim, This is Tommy’s mom, MaryAnn Thanks for writing to us, and we are so happy that your enjoy Tommy’s videos! Your message made us smile and smile, and it brings us joy to know that Tommy’s magic has helped you reignite your own magic 🙂 Disney is wonderful, and yes, Tommy has been to the Halloween party…check his channel for the villain meet and greets he was lucky enough to enjoy!!! Best wishes on your own journey, and with your writing! Come say hi to Tommy on Facebook, by posting on his facebook page 🙂 Hugs, MaryAnn
Thank you ma’am and I will check out his videos; I’m already friends with him on Facebook. 🙂
I love watching Tommy at Disney World. I have four kids and we go almost every year. Disney should pay Tommy, because every time I see him there, I want to go again. Keep running Tommy – we all love watching you!
Thanks! Disney gives so much joy to Tommy, we are so grateful and would never expect any pay from them! However, Tommy hopes to possibly work there someday! We are glad Tommy’s videos make others want to go to Disney…because we know they will have such a great time, like Tommy does. Thanks for your nice message 🙂
HELLO! I have seen so many of Tommy’s videos, and every single one makes my day a little better. Everyday, Tommy is just always smiling and looking on the positive side of things. This is such and inspiration for me. I truly feel that Tommy is going to change the world. I’m really not one to usually reach out like this ,but I fell like I needed to let Tommy know how he impacted my life in the best way. Seeing Tommy always happy and positive, has influenced me to look on the bright side of things. Tommy’s life I’m sure,is a daily challenge in itself ,but everyday he has a smile on his face ready to take on todays adventures. I wish i lived closer to Canada so I could at least have the opportunity to meet such a great person. Thank you for sharing Tommy’s life with us and thank you for being you, Tommy! lots of love, Emerald
Hi Emerald, This is MaryAnn, Tommy’s mom. Your message just made our day so much brighter, and your kind words mean so much to us. Thanks for taking the time to reach out to say hello and share your positive words. You are right, there are many enormous challenges in Tommy’s life due to his Autism, but he is resilient and strong, and works hard to overcome the obstacles and keep smiling. Thanks for seeing that in him. We are so glad to know that you have enjoyed his videos! Maybe someday we will cross paths at Disney <3 Big hug, Tommy and family
Hi there tommy
I really enjoy your youtube its lots and lots of fun! I love it when u sing and when you met all the princesses.
I live in Australia with my husband and children and grandchildren too!
My husband has aspergers and he calls it his ‘hamburgers’ when he has trouble with something and we all laugh together.
Im going to keep on watching all your vlogs.
have a great day and lots of hugs from laura and Robert.
Hi Laura and Robert, This is MaryAnn, Tommy’s mom! Your message made me smile and smile 🙂 Thanks for taking the time to write and say hi, and for sharing your story about your husband’s “hamburgers” lol. I will show Tommy your message, and it would be great if you come to Facebook and say hi to him there, too 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/tommydesbrisay.autismmeansfriendship?ref=hl Also, I love it too when Tommy sings to the princesses 🙂 Hugs to you all the way to Australia 🙂
Hello! My name is Bekki and I have only just found Tommy’s videos but I can safely say I would watch them all day everyday if I could. They put a permanent smile on my face and leave me feeling so inspired. Tommy visiting disney are my favourite videos, me being a big disney fan myself. I could easily see Tommy being an excellent disney prince one day and I know he would be everyone’s favourite. So thank you For making these videos and many of us are sending love all the way from Scotland.
Keep on smiling because as long as you do we all will too.
Love and hugs from Bekki x
Hi there Bekki, This is MaryAnn, Tommy’s mom 🙂 I will show Tommy this beautiful message. Thank you for taking the time to write, it means so very much. We are sooo happy to know that watching Tommy’s videos brings you happiness. And thanks for your confidence in Prince Tommy 🙂 Sending you love back all the way to Scotland <3 - MaryAnn