Today is Election Day. I’ve always loved government and politics. I know this election season may have seemed like an episode of “Twilight Zone” to many of you. But I love election day for more reasons than it means the […]
How do I Know It’s You? Reprinted from www.sassysoutherngal.posterous.com October 2012 Friday afternoon those exact words fell out of my mouth. It was about 3:30. We had picked up Rachel from school and were headed out-of-town to my parents and […]
I have several workshops I do about inclusion. I have done them in a variety of settings. A couple of years ago I decided I was going to add a new opening. It goes something like this: “This workshop is […]
In case you missed it, this month is Disability Employment Awareness and Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Amidst the negative airwaves of the season, I want to share something positive, encouraging and exciting. Today, I want to share a blog about […]
I did a speaking engagement a short time ago. A few in the audience had heard me speak before. At then end when I asked for questions, one guest said, “Tell them the story of George.” And I smiled. Depending […]
October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month (#DSAM16). During October I thought it would be fitting to print a few oldies but goodies that focus on Down syndrome awareness and education. This is a modified version of a previous SassySouthernGal […]
Last weekend, Rachel had the opportunity to participate in a photo shoot for Changing the Face of Beauty. Great organization with a great mission: Changing the Face of Beauty is a nonprofit corporation that is committed to equal representation of […]
Just in case you don’t know, let me introduce you to Baby Sally and Marisol. Baby Sally was a Christmas gift to Rachel when she was one. She is a much-loved baby as evidenced by her wear and tear. She […]
I love the NDSS Buddy Walk®. Celebrating is an important part of living. I know of no other tool that has opened more doors to celebrating and making people aware of the lives and abilities of individuals with Down syndrome […]
Fifteen years ago today most of us don’t remember what we were doing. Sunday is the 15th anniversary of 9/11 and we all remember what we were doing then. At the time of 9/11 Sedgwick, my husband’s employer, was under […]