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/^t/Nothing can replace a happy and loving family and Mark Hayakawa's life is the best example of it. Mark's parents took the responsibility of bringing up the retarded child. They were advised by medical authorities to put Mark to the public institution, but they believed that only the family would bring him a happy life. They were right. However, it was not an easy task and they had to rely only on themselves. They admitted that Mark had never been a burden for them. Although, his retardation brought him grief, but at the same time it drawn the family together. Mr. and Mrs. Hayakawa were supported also by their other children who had never complained and they had dealt excellently with Mark's annoying behaviour. Moreover, they became more tolerant and patient in their adult life. Now, Mark is 27, he works in a shop and feels that he is an individual. Thanks to his parents, Mark is happy and adjusted to the life in society.