Coronavirus. Social distancing. Why we stay home. To explain it to my 7 year old with Down syndrome, I had to make a video. And when I finished it, I wept. So much has changed so quickly. Every day was news of a place I loved being closed, people I love I’m unable to see, and COVID-19 … Continue Reading
OVERCOMING FEARS
F*** Your Fears
What are you afraid of? A year ago, I made a long list. My list included: Heights Swimming in cold water Popping balloons Running a long distance Roller coasters Meeting my favorite celebrities (this didn’t terrify me more than make me embarrassingly giddy (poor David)) Scary Movies Zombies Telling other people I struggled with panic […]
Knightly News | Transitions | Turning Two and Turning Thirty
So Knightly turned 2 and started calling me “Mama” and me? Well, I turned the big 3-0. It’s funny how, just after writing about finding more peace and being told that I no longer need therapy, I hit a wall. Emotionally. Wrestling through the journey of: Transitions on transitions with knightly When Knightly turned two, I found […]
DOWN SYNDROME
Explaining Coronavirus and Quarantine to Kids of All Abilities
Coronavirus. Social distancing. Why we stay home. To explain it to my 7 year old with Down syndrome, I had to make a video. And when I finished … Continue Reading
How to Teach Your Kid to Wash Hands Well
How do you get your kids to wash their hands well?! My son is a visual learner. With Down syndrome and an auditory processing disorder, he … Continue Reading
Disney Cruise Tips | Cruising with Special Needs
Is a Disney cruise worth it? Yes Is it fun even for adults? Hell, yes...er...heck yes (gotta keep it Disney friendly...) And (drum roll, … Continue Reading