A Heartwarming Farewell: Non-Verbal Young Man Waves Goodbye to Mom for the First Time

In an emotional moment captured by a doorbell camera, 20-year-old Zion, who is non-verbal and on the autism spectrum, waved goodbye to his mother, Casey, for the first time as he headed off to school. This touching gesture, a first in his 20 years, left his mother overwhelmed with joy and brought tears to her eyes. The video, which quickly went viral, shows Zion turning back to wave at his mom after she expressed her daily farewell of “Goodbye, I love you.” This simple yet profound act has resonated with viewers worldwide, celebrating the milestones achieved by individuals with autism.

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