One of my Favorite Things About Inclusion

Of course, there is a lot I like about inclusion. One of my favorite things about inclusion is what it does for so-called typical people.  Yes, I love it when the precious high school senior turned Vanderbilt student says, “Rachel […]

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Tips for the Middle School Adventure Part 2

I hope you all caught part one of “Tips for the Middle School Adventure.”  These are in no particular order and with no promises for magical easy answers. I just hope that sharing some of our experience will help you […]

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Tips for the Middle School Adventure

I have seen a ton of recent posts about middle school fears and how to prepare. Not so long ago, I was in those same shoes facing the same fears.  I am now facing high school and have those same […]

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Pork Chops and Susan’s Corn

Since my mother in law passed away, many people have inquired about some of her recipes. Many people read that we shared a love for cooking and shared recipes. I love that when I cook I am often reminded of […]

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Prayer and Great Teaching in the Public School

I know many of you are driven to my blog on Facebook so you may have seen this already. No matter. I want to share it because it is worth being shared for many reasons. My mother in law died […]

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Changing Your Point of View: Are You on His Team?

It is  not hard to say why I met Beth.  Living in New Orleans at the time, I believe – Beth had a son with Down syndrome. Her in-laws moved to Memphis shortly after his birth.  They are volunteers extraordinaire. […]

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The Difference 15 Years Makes

On an annual basis I send an email to many of you reminding you of how our life changed 15 years ago today, February 5.  That day seemed so dark, and I felt a deeper devastation than I can really […]

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Until We Meet Again, Susan Mom

Writing has always been my true best friend. My friends say writing comes effortless to me. I don’t know if that is so much true as it is that it is my lifelong companion.  My solace. My catharsis. My therapy. […]

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