A blenderized diet is receiving more and more respect these days. Instead of a hospital dietician giving you the stink eye when you mention that you create your kids formula, we’ve been met with nods of encouragement when we talk about Parker’s blenderized diet. I received a BD question the other day and I thought… [Continue Reading]
Special Needs Friendly Valentines Day.
Feb 18, 14 by 2 Comments
I always have grand intentions for Valentines Day. I have the greatest sugar cookie recipe known to man and I envision myself baking up a storm and piping the clean crisp names of each potential owner on their cookies. Then reality sets in. Oh, well. Several of Parker’s friends with special needs can’t eat by… [Continue Reading]
Pinewood Derby
Feb 3, 14 by 1 Comment
Turning 9 years old brings a lot of excitement, not the least being able to compete in the Pinewood Derby. I remember my other boys working to put together a car that had the secret combination to beat all the other cars out there. Unfortunately, Parker got stuck with me making his car for him. … [Continue Reading]
Dehumanizing and Marginalizing Kids with Special Needs
Jan 31, 14 by Leave a Comment
What constitutes dehumanizing and marginalizing kids with special needs? The Huffington Post shared a recent blog post, My Child with a Disability is not My Hero, the author of which believes that the tendency of parents of kids with special needs and disabilities to say their kids are “heroes” makes me deeply uncomfortable. The post … [Continue Reading]
The end of the beginning of my blogging.
Jan 15, 14 by 20 Comments
Blogging has changed since I first began this site about 8 years ago. It started as a way to keep a journal of sorts about Parker’s life and add in a bit of advocacy as well. As time has gone on bloggers have made pretty successful businesses from their blogs. I enjoyed opportunities of working… [Continue Reading]
God is Able
Jan 13, 14 by Leave a Comment
It’s been a pretty sweet few days. A bit of peace and hope have made their way into my heart. I’ve been reading some excellent books on faith and it’s connection to gratitude. Yup. Gratitude. It’s not just for Thanksgiving anymore. I may not know what tomorrow will bring, but today I’m choosing to allow… [Continue Reading]
