October 8, 2024

Naming Our Fears… And Finding Hope

I remember that day so clearly. That phone call. The doctor’s diagnosis, my uncertainty. Sometimes people talk about feeling relief: Well, at least we know what we are dealing with, at least now we can understand and find solutions. But first there was fear, the fear of the unknown. And this was about my son and a special needs diagnosis, which made it even harder.
September 1, 2024

An Unexpected Journey

Growing up, I was one of those kids who loved playing with and caring for children. I babysat, created scavenger hunts for my little brother, and spent my favorite summers as a camp counselor. Not surprisingly, I always dreamed of a big family.