Disability Awareness – Conversation for Change

Your Parking Has Me Fuming!

As a young adult, I remember listening to Earl Pitts every morning on my way to work as he ranted about what was ticking him off that day. It was funny and sometimes offensive, and I laughed at something he said daily. This week, watch out! I’m about to go Earl up in here! DoContinue reading “Your Parking Has Me Fuming!”

While You Complain, Let Me Explain

It takes a lot to get me fired up. I generally let people say what they want without inserting my thoughts and opinions. I let things roll on by and if I don’t like it, I hit the DELETE button. This week I read a post on social media that annoyed me, but I didn’tContinue reading “While You Complain, Let Me Explain”

The Gift Of Unlearning: Raising a Child with Intellectual Disabilities

I remember the day Emily was born. She came along twenty-two months after her brother, Justin. It was such an easy delivery. The doctor barely arrived in time to catch Emily as she emerged from the safety of my womb. I remember teasing the doctor that she shouldn’t get paid to come in just inContinue reading “The Gift Of Unlearning: Raising a Child with Intellectual Disabilities”

New Year, Recurring Fear

There is something beautiful about starting a new year. Each year is a recurring clean slate. The past year is behind us, and a new year is ahead. I was extra excited that January 1st fell on a Sunday this year. I love to plan my week on Sunday mornings. I time block my week,Continue reading “New Year, Recurring Fear”

Disability is Diversity

I was honored when Jessica Patay invited me to be part of this year’s We Are Brave Together photo session. I started working with the organization last fall. They provide support, low-cost retreats, and resources for moms of children with unique needs. I believe in their mission. If you know me, then you also knowContinue reading “Disability is Diversity”

What? That’s Not a Disability

Don’t do it. Don’t do it. My mind recalls a reel on Instagram, “Girl, don’t do it!” You don’t share your thoughts on these things. It is better to let it go. If I don’t say something about this, who will? What are you afraid of? Being controversial? Making someone upset? Remember that thing weContinue reading “What? That’s Not a Disability”