I haven’t blogged as much this year. Still, I thought you might find it interesting to know which blog is my favorite for the year and which blogs were the most read. I was actually surprised when I checked. My […]
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 […]
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 […]
We think one of the biggest positives for Rachel in high school has been her role as the volleyball manager. After her first middle school transition to high school meeting, one of the IEP team members from the high school […]