Of course, there is a lot I like about inclusion. One of my favorite things about inclusion is what it does for so-called typical people. Yes, I love it when the precious high school senior turned Vanderbilt student says, “Rachel […]
I hope you all caught part one of “Tips for the Middle School Adventure.” These are in no particular order and with no promises for magical easy answers. I just hope that sharing some of our experience will help you […]
I have seen a ton of recent posts about middle school fears and how to prepare. Not so long ago, I was in those same shoes facing the same fears. I am now facing high school and have those same […]
Since my mother in law passed away, many people have inquired about some of her recipes. Many people read that we shared a love for cooking and shared recipes. I love that when I cook I am often reminded of […]
I know many of you are driven to my blog on Facebook so you may have seen this already. No matter. I want to share it because it is worth being shared for many reasons. My mother in law died […]
It is not hard to say why I met Beth. Living in New Orleans at the time, I believe – Beth had a son with Down syndrome. Her in-laws moved to Memphis shortly after his birth. They are volunteers extraordinaire. […]
On an annual basis I send an email to many of you reminding you of how our life changed 15 years ago today, February 5. That day seemed so dark, and I felt a deeper devastation than I can really […]
Writing has always been my true best friend. My friends say writing comes effortless to me. I don’t know if that is so much true as it is that it is my lifelong companion. My solace. My catharsis. My therapy. […]