Aretha Franklin sang “You make me feel like a natural woman…”. Robert Redford revealed his baseball talents in the movie The Natural in 1984. The word “natural” conjures a picture of innate, special abilities – something that arises easily or spontaneously. Most people wouldn’t think the word ‘natural’ could be harmful or hold hurtful memories….
A New Website Helps Parents Navigate Medical Research Trials
I’m the Mom of a kid with special needs. Parker was born with an extra chromosome. It’s known in layman’s terms as Down syndrome. But Reed and I refer to that extra chromosome as ‘no big deal.’ Honestly and truthfully. Especially compared to Parker’s diagnosis of Pulmonary Hypertension. Parker can live a long and joyful…
Special Exposure Wednesday ~ That Twirly Hair Thing
Special Exposure Wednesday – Share the Photography Fun He is standing in Taekwondo class prepared to receive an award in recognition of his academic excellence. I know I am suppose to be in the moment and feeling all proud, but all I can see is the back of his head with the swirly hair thing…
A Visual Definition of ADHD
While uploading photos from the boys digital camera, I found several video clips they had recorded. Yeah, fun stuff. This one is no exception…recorded by Lee, my son who lives with severe ADHD under the umbrella diagnosis of fetal alcohol syndrome… ADHD Defined – Visually from Melody S on Vimeo. “Wheeeee…again, again, again. Wheeeee…again, again,…
Try This Tuesday #12: Buckle Up!
Thank you for welcoming our guest posters the last few weeks. I have really enjoyed hearing the great ideas and different perspectives each person brings to the table. I would love to open it up even further, so if any of you has a creative solution that you would like to share, please drop me…
Steak Chili with Beans
Welcome to a month of one-pot suppers at Cooking for Special Needs. This week I thought I’d start with a favorite, stick-to-your-ribs supper. Chili makes for a delicious, hearty meal. It’s fast and simple to make, and it can be served with some of your favorite accompaniments. My husband and kids love to eat it…
5 Minutes for Special Needs Books
We have a winner in last week’s drawing for the book, Down Syndrome and Vitamin Therapy by Kent MacLeod. It’s Tara Marie, of the blog Emma Sage. Congratulations, and happy reading!
A port in the storm
This weekend I am off to camp….with my kids….and my husband….and 20 other families dragging their bags of chemo and immune-suppressed kids into the wilderness. ** snort ** The “camp” has private suites and there will be nightcaps. This is how I roll the wild. But the 20 other families? That’s the best part. It’s…
“It is no small thing when they, who are so fresh from God, love us.”
The subject of today’s interview was inspired by a Charles Dickens quote. I, for one, am very thankful for that inspiration because it has brought Kristen and her blog, No Small Thing, into our family of bloggers! Tell me a little about yourself and your family. My name is Kristen, and I am David’s wife….
A Different Kind Of Love Story
I’m kicking back tonight. Just me and my laptop. And a large Dr. Pepper over ice. But let’s just keep that last part between me and you, k? Trust me when I say the size of this Dr. Pepper is not Weight Watcher friendly. I’ll put in extra laps tomorrow. Maybe. I can hear Reed…