Nov 1, 2021
The waiting room. We have all been there. Most of life is waiting for the next thing, the next season, the next phase. The waiting room is sterile, awkward, and a place of palpable fear. For those of us who are suffering, waiting is incredibly painful. We are waiting... 
Aug 23, 2021
This is Part 3 in our series and Respite Rhythms and another installment in the ongoing discussion about the 8 Habits of Caregivers with a Robust Support System. Today, I’m sharing some “pro tips” for you to consider. These ideas have been gathered from personal... 
Aug 9, 2021
Parents, adult siblings, and others who care for someone with complex medical needs or developmental disabilities struggle to get the breaks and rest they need. The obstacles are numerous and varied so it is tempting to just quit trying. I’m here to suggest there is a... 
Jul 19, 2021
I confess, I am one of those people who can have high expectations. I believe for the best in people. Even more, I expect great things of myself. I’m not looking for perfection, but I do highly value progress. I naturally see when there are opportunities for something... 
Jun 7, 2021
As every mom has, I have been faced with some difficult decisions. And with five children, three with special needs, one might say my faith has been flexed. Several early life experiences contributed to my learning to be a caregiver and advocate. One season in my life... 
Apr 21, 2020
par·a·bleˈperəb(ə)l/noun A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson, as told by Jesus in the Gospels. If your life was a parable, what would the lesson(s) be? That is a question I began pondering last summer. I was in the process of updating my... 
