Recently a friend I respect posted that they dislike when their FB friends make political posts….A lot of folks are infuriated with Facebook…It is because we are a differently wired family, that I don’t feel I have the luxury of rejecting Facebook. Likewise, because I am struggling with being American right now, I don’t feel I have luxury of avoiding politics where I socialize….
Read MoreThere’s an overabundance of joy in watching your lonely child play with their buddy in the fort they just built together or in sitting down side by side with their mom in person to laugh and share cheese and clink glasses. I know we can all do without that if we have to, we’ve done it for sure. But these simple things can also bring so much joy during tough times. So here’s how we are doing it:
Read MoreMany advocates believe it is offensive to talk about mourning a child’s diagnosis, as all children should be accepted and have gifts to offer the world…Honestly I don’t remember mourning his diagnosis as much as what else I mourned….
Read More…Once I started looking around I found that thousands of families were having success with it, and realized we had overlooked a significant option…. But how could it help our child? Is it legal? How can I make sure it is safe? How to administer it? So many questions! Fast forward several months and here’s what I have to tell you…
Read MoreDear Republican gun rights friends and family members:
We are not safe and feel on guard all the time now. Our ability to enjoy our public spaces, to feel at home and part of a public community have been sacrificed. Is this your intent?… There are more and more guns. Are more people safe and protected because of it?… Recent polls show that many on both sides agree that changes are needed so why is it not moving forward? We need you to get on board, to be part of the change, it is never too late. Let your leaders know - while you believe in your right to bear arms and never want to give that up, this version is not okay, and not what you want.
Read MoreIf you are a parent searching for ways to help your child sleep (and yourself) then forge-on and hopefully find some gems within this sleep guide…
Read MoreSleep deprivation for parents of special needs kids is a real thing. Speaking from experience, it can take a serious toll on your well-being. If you are reading this, then you already know that your best chance of taking back your nights entails getting your child on the sleep train rails. I am here to tell you that taming the sleep monster can be done.
Read MoreWritten by an anonymous Warrior-Mom, I am honored to bridge this important voice:
…Eventually, the parent explained to me that she would no longer allow her child to play with my kid. My kid is a bad influence. She hoped I understood.
Read MoreChanging schools was a difficult belabored family decision. I wish I had all the lessons from that journey up-front instead of hindsight. Here’s some guard rails in case you are on this trail….
Read MoreDear Dad — It has been almost a year since your last-ever visit to my home. I can’t help but wonder what our second chance might have looked like. What if that was me testifying?…. How would you feel then about the president for whom you previously defended? Would you still?
Read MoreI am grateful to be in Oregon where we have ballots at home and can vote by mail. We’ve decided to model voting for our 9 year old. He’ll take part in our family discussion about the issues and candidates, and help fill out the ballot.
Read MoreTo my alarm, they all had children. These men are raising boys and girls! That hit me like a ton of bricks. Why had I waited so long to confront them
Read MoreWe are those parents who belabor every decision of support for our child, we take our job of helping to optimize his life experience seriously (some might say we obsess)…
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