Too often stories of childhood sexual abuse remain untold – for years. Early in my adoption journey, I realized the importance of telling my family’s story. That… Read more “From Molestation Victim to Advocate: Silent No More”
Tag: earlytrauma
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”
Social Bonds: The Connection to Healing from Trauma
After 20+ years in the trauma trenches, I’m still searching for answers. Not just more info – but evidence-based research. Good stuff that allows me to be… Read more “Social Bonds: The Connection to Healing from Trauma”
From Early Trauma to Addiction
Addiction – like cancer – is a disease. Individuals – like my young adult son with a history of childhood trauma and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome – are… Read more “From Early Trauma to Addiction”
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!”
My Child Struggles: How Much to Share?
With a new school year around the corner, most parents can’t wait for the return to structure and routine – from which kids benefit. But parents also… Read more “My Child Struggles: How Much to Share?”