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”
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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.”
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”
Fixing the Broken Children Welfare System
When I recently blogged about foster care, hundreds of comments erupted – with insightful and compelling thoughts. I compiled the best, sorted for universal themes, lightly edited… Read more “Fixing the Broken Children Welfare System”
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”
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!”
What My Daughter Taught Me about Guys and Sex
In high school I heard stories – then more frequently in college. Graphic accounts from guys about their sexual behavior. Usually fact, with a little fiction added… Read more “What My Daughter Taught Me about Guys and Sex”
The Envious Parent
Envy. You want what someone else has. But it’s different than jealousy – when you worry about someone taking what you have. Both, however, are counterproductive emotions.… Read more “The Envious Parent”