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 (DIR) Post #AXtoCfFWnKPeNIKQpU by colorfiend@mstdn.social
       2023-07-16T01:08:25Z
       
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       We have a kid who is #ActuallyAutistic, so concerts were just never something we thought about, what with the loud and strobes and flames and unknowns. Then I noticed him sing every word to his little sister's #TaylorSwiftEras setlist playlist. Since I'd seen the show, I could warn him when things would get particularly flashy or flame-y, and he knew what song was coming when. The best of both worlds: live music without the surprises we all love. Besides, who needs college, right? 1/5
       
 (DIR) Post #AXtoCh9ZiQq6HPYhpQ by colorfiend@mstdn.social
       2023-07-16T01:11:33Z
       
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       I got online and found tickets in the accessible section, meaning we'd have no one in front or behind us. Perfect for a kid with sensory issues. The universe was giving me a sign again. So, with his permission, I bought the four of us tickets to last night's show in our hometown of #Denver (CO, US).#Minneapolis (MN, US) I love you, but, dang, concerts should always be outdoors! And in Colorado. So gorgeous! 2/5
       
 (DIR) Post #AXtoCjzPAhUF4jp7tQ by colorfiend@mstdn.social
       2023-07-16T01:16:40Z
       
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       Oh, but our son. Our son rolled his eyes and stood rooted like a tree when I pulled him out of his seat. Then during #LongLive he kind of leaned all 6' of him against me and swayed in time to the music. It's as close to dancing as I've ever seen of him. He laughed at his sister and me screaming/silly dancing to #PictureToBurn, which he hates and we love. He liked the fireworks. And he loved the flashing bracelets—he's taken one apart and googled how they worked. 4/5
       
 (DIR) Post #AXtoCk40tZAnJ1yo4m by colorfiend@mstdn.social
       2023-07-16T01:15:50Z
       
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       In the end, Denver made #TaylorSwift cry after #ChampagneProblems with our thunderous and sustained cheering. You don't have to take my word for it, though here is the Denver Post's review: https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/other/review-taylor-swift-s-eras-tour-dazzles-in-denver/ar-AA1dTMy7More importantly, though, both kids enjoyed the heck out of themselves. Our daughter knew ahead of time, so she wasn't awake catching a plane at 5:00 am, she could plan her outfit, and she spent the day making friendship bracelets to trade with other #swifties. 3/5
       
 (DIR) Post #AXtoCkB6TCqPf1IT7w by colorfiend@mstdn.social
       2023-07-16T01:18:17Z
       
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       This morning he told us he'd stayed up several hours last night replaying the concert in his head. And it's all he's talked about today. I'm counting it a success! Will he see another stadium show? Maybe. Maybe not. But if you're only going to see one, this was the one to see. So, again, thank you, #TaylorSwift. Thank you for giving us your all last night; for making my kids' first concerts one they'll never forget. My mama heart is full (OMG! You played the "stupid old pickup truck" song!) /fin