Music is influential. Just ask a group of overwhelmed parents after a long day with their kids. It conveys their feelings when they cannot. That’s what Alanis… Read more “In Spite of Everything, I’m Still Here”
Stronger in Spirit Than I Ever Imagined
The past month at my house has been rough. More surprises than usual. And not the pleasant variety. To be honest, I’ve been tired. Somewhat anxious. Distracted.… Read more “Stronger in Spirit Than I Ever Imagined”
Medicaid & Mental Health: Empathy or Tax Cuts
Welcome to my world where mental health doesn’t necessarily make sense. Or come without a price. On a relatively calm Saturday morning years ago, one of my… Read more “Medicaid & Mental Health: Empathy or Tax Cuts”
Don’t Call Me the “B” Word
Before anyone’s imagination runs wild, I’m not talking about that “B” word. I’m talking about another “B” word – one that plays a much larger role at… Read more “Don’t Call Me the “B” Word”
Prison Diary of a Trauma Survivor
My incarcerated 25-year-old son Alex has given me permission to share excerpts from his letters. As a survivor of early childhood trauma, physical abuse and severe neglect,… Read more “Prison Diary of a Trauma Survivor”
44 Seconds from Boston Marathon Start
Almost. So very close. After three grueling hours over 26.2 miles, 44 seconds separated my special, 24-year-old son Andrew from qualifying for the 2018 Boston Marathon. Only… Read more “44 Seconds from Boston Marathon Start”
The Delayed Effect – Parenting Success Years Later
It was the call that every parent welcomes, not the one we dread. My young adult daughter was on the other end. She had made a poor… Read more “The Delayed Effect – Parenting Success Years Later”
The Dog Who Taught Me about Attachment
Late one summer our two Cocker Spaniels both crossed the rainbow bridge. With no time to train a puppy before the start of school, my sons and… Read more “The Dog Who Taught Me about Attachment”
WOW! Last Week Truly Affirmed the Disabled
One positive story after another – all week long. First, ABC and EPSN gave significant airtime to the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Austria. Opening ceremonies.… Read more “WOW! Last Week Truly Affirmed the Disabled”
Locks, My Friends
With the oversized ring of keys, I look like a janitor – in my home, no less. Not something that I envisioned as a parent. But a… Read more “Locks, My Friends”