The family that is the subject of today’s interview is more than ‘just right’ – they are wonderful in a million different ways! Read on and see what I mean… Tell me a little about yourself and your family. I’m 34 and the mom of two kids: a six and a half year old son…
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In addition to her job as a computer engineer and her single parent responsibilities, Deborah is president of a state-wide family support group for families whose lives are touched by deafblindness, and is a tireless advocate for all people with disabilities. She writes at Pipe Cleaner Dreams and her writing has also been featured in local magazines and newspapers. Ashley’s story has also been chronicled in a book by Jonathan Mooney titled Short Bus Stories.
The Person I Was Meant To Be
Written on November 19, 2008 by Deborah
Do you think parenting a child with a disability has changed you? Small changes or big changes? I believe I would be less patient. I would not be as assertive. I don’t believe I would find enjoyment in the smallest of things this world has to offer – real enjoyment, I mean – where I…
Mixed Blessings – An Interview with Bobbi
Written on November 16, 2008 by Deborah
When I visited Bobbi at her blog, Mixed blessings, I saw a question posted that said, “If you were a pirate, how would you avoid laughing when saying ‘poop deck’?” I knew at that moment that I had to interview her! Tell me a little about yourself and your family. I am a 30 something…
in Family Life
Am I Selfish?
Written on November 12, 2008 by Deborah
Again, in celebration of the 2008 National Adoption Awareness Month, the following is an article I wrote for Richmond Magazine. It published in November 2007, and was one of several stories celebrating adoption. Someone asked me the other day if I thought it was selfish to adopt children with special needs as a single parent….
Walking with the Reidmillers!
Written on November 9, 2008 by Deborah
I love big families – I love Moms who are honest even if it might hurt – and I love the Reidmiller family! After reading this interview with Rachelle, I know you will also! Tell me a little about yourself and your family. My name is Rachelle. My family and I live in Nebraska. My…
Tell Me A Story
November is National Adoption Month, and I would love to hear from your children! Do you have a child who was adopted and who would like to share their story? Does your child have a voice they would like heard, anonymously or not? If not a story, does your child write poetry or plays or…
Laura’s New Blog Journey – An Interview
Written on November 2, 2008 by Deborah
I love finding new blogging Moms, and Laura is one of the best. Join me in finding out more about this amazing mom and her extremely handsome son, and then don’t forget to visit her blog, My New Blog Journey. Tell me a little about yourself and your family. You may include you name if…
in Family Life
Snake Oil? I Hope Not.
Written on October 29, 2008 by Deborah
Last week, an article titled “Reaching An Autistic Teen” appeared in the New York Times. As the mother of a 16 year old diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, my interest was piqued. I made it through the long, multi-page article, and then re-read it two more times. And now, I would like your opinion. The article…
Amy’s Short Stories
Written on October 26, 2008 by Deborah
Last week we heard from Crystal Jigsaw, and this week, I’d like you to meet, Amy, her daughter. Amy is a writer of rhymes and short stories, and like our previous young bloggers, has some wise words to share with us all! I love your blog, especially all the pictures of you with different animals….
in Family Life
The Coach, The Cheerleader, the Knight and the Evil Gnomes
Written on October 22, 2008 by Deborah
Halloween is approaching, a celebration with which I have a real love/hate relationship. I have never liked celebrating spooky, evil spirits, and I don’t like having kids ‘beg’ candy from strangers. I do, however, like the dressing in costumes, and especially enjoy the creativity as the costumes get better and better each year. My kids…
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