Reprinted from March 2013 Really, it’s not funny. It’s not about being politically correct or too sensitive either. It’s about respect and dignity. If asked, with a huge smile Rachel will tell you the R-Word is Rachel and she will spell […]
I started to say I learned something the past two days. However, I realized I was simply reminded of something. A lot of parents, especially moms of children with Down syndrome and other disabilities, have a lot of guilt and […]
You know it didn’t just begin, this quest for curing Down syndrome. I am no expert but based on what I’ve seen in my 14 years of living with Rachel, nine months of expecting her and all those years studying […]
Yesterday it was a great honor to spend our lunch time with some good friends. The occasion was another screening of the Just Like You – Down Syndrome video. Our sweet friend Kim had been wanting to host a viewing […]
Last week I was at the National Down Syndrome Congress Convention for the first time in a few years. It was good to be there and visit with many good friends while making some new ones. A week ago today […]
This past weekend Rachel had the opportunity to participate in program full of stars! It was unique because it wasn’t the usual stars. It was the Variety Children’s Charities of Kansas City first Inclusive Theater Camp. I would call it […]
My grandmother would have been 92 today. She went to be with Jesus when Rachel was three. I can hear her singing with Him just like I could hear her singing “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” as I […]
I don’t even know if Yummer is a word. I just like the way it sounds. I love cucumbers. I always have. My mom always joke that there was a pan full for me and a couple for everyone else […]
Camp can bring out the best and the worst in people. I’m happy to say that last week I think it brought out the best in our church youth and leaders. One evening several of Rachel’s friends came running up […]
Call it what you want – Garbage Dip or Trash Dip as some say is always a summer hit. This is a pretty easy dish to take along to summer picnics, lake outings or just for your family. This recipe […]