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”