I can’t do it. After 50+ high school and college presentations with my sons Andrew and Michael – without incident, I immediately knew something was wrong. … Read more “The Day My Son Michael Taught 500 Students about Respect”
Category: Family Values
Patience. I Have None Left to Give.
One of those days. Nothing seems to be going right. One mishap on top of another. Emotionally and physically exhausted. The fuse grows shorter. Desperate for relief.… Read more “Patience. I Have None Left to Give.”
Seeing My “Trauma” Son through His “No Trauma” Daughter
Every day for 18 years. That’s how long I’ve witnessed my son Travis’s anxiety. Some days a little – not readily apparent to the untrained observer. His… Read more “Seeing My “Trauma” Son through His “No Trauma” Daughter”
Trauma in the Real World
Everyone loves a good story. Ones that are personal. Authentic. They open our hearts. They allow us to break down walls. And they can change our perspective… Read more “Trauma in the Real World”
From FASD & Early Trauma to the Boston Marathon
My son Andrew earned the right. Just like every qualifier for the 2019 Boston Marathon – on Patriot’s Day April 15th. But he’s different than the other… Read more “From FASD & Early Trauma to the Boston Marathon”
Christmas Reinvented: The 12 Days of Connection
Relationships or things? Which one are you focusing upon this holiday season? To be honest, my family’s first Christmas 20 years ago was over-stimulating. An emotional roller… Read more “Christmas Reinvented: The 12 Days of Connection “
I Love You, I Love You Not: The Evolution of Connection
I don’t get sad. I don’t get happy. I just go through the day like a dream. It’s odd really, and I don’t like it. Honestly, I… Read more “I Love You, I Love You Not: The Evolution of Connection”
The Sad Reality: I Could Outlive One of My Children
Nothing breaks a parent’s heart more than the death of a child. Regrets, guilt, shame. There wasn’t a place to share one last memorable experience. There wasn’t… Read more “The Sad Reality: I Could Outlive One of My Children”
Don’t Just Include. Embrace!
Inclusion. It’s an overused word in education, employment and community circles – with minimal understanding. Actually the goal is rather simple. Take individuals with a disability and… Read more “Don’t Just Include. Embrace!”
Kids and Money, Oh My!
Here’s my two cents. The challenge with money at my house has been very real for the past 20 years. But I’m not talking about the financial… Read more “Kids and Money, Oh My!”