North Dakota is about to become the first state to take a stand and begin banning abortions based on Down syndrome. That’s right, North Dakota has decided that Down syndrome is not a reason to end a pregnancy and a life. As AP reports: “Fargo Republican Rep. Bette Grande is the prime sponsor of the… [Continue Reading]
Life Saving Frugality
Feb 27, 13 by 5 Comments
I knew he was trying to broach the topic as gingerly as possible by the tone of his voice. Are you really serious about getting out of debt?, he asked. Serious as a heart attack, I replied as convincingly as I could. Money is such a freaking stressful topic. Just the thought of it can… [Continue Reading]
Valentine Blessings
Feb 13, 13 by Leave a Comment
The owner of the littlest Hodson heart is starting to feel better. Not great, but better. I’ll take it. Happy Valentine’s blessings to us. There will be a party at school and I’m in charge of the treats, but I don’t think I’ll be taking Parker with me when I drop them off. There’s still… [Continue Reading]
Election Promises for those with Special Needs
Oct 5, 12 by 1 Comment
Lately, as I make my way through days with CNN and Fox News, I watch as Presidential wannabes stand up and make promise after promise after promise. …..I promise to stand behind small business owners. …..I promise to stand behind coal workers. …..I promise to create more jobs than my challenger. …..I… [Continue Reading]
It’s not about Politics. It’s about CHARACTER.
Aug 8, 12 by 1 Comment
It has nothing to do with whether you are a Republican or Democrat. It has EVERYTHING to do with your character. I’m talking about those who make kids like Parker the butt of their jokes. Allegheny County’s GOP chair and former county executive Jim Roddey shared a joke at a recent political party…. [Continue Reading]
Mark Ewing, Alaska’s kids with SN deserve so much better than you.
Aug 7, 12 by 5 Comments
Mark Ewing, an Alaska State House hopeful, and self proclaimed torch carrier of conservative common sense, described one way to help a strapped state budget: ” the state should consider moves to stop providing education to “children that have a hard time making their wheelchair move.” Oh, yes, yes he indeed he did. When… [Continue Reading]
