From a Galaxy Far, Far Away to Advocacy

In case you haven’t heard, I’ve got a new gig. Beginning August 17, I will be the new Manager of Grassroots Advocacy for the National Down Syndrome Society. I follow in the footsteps of the very capable Ginny Sessions Siller. […]

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Not Just Like You?

I am cheating again today. Last week I let you know that Rachel was getting her tonsils out. She did and she is recuperating according to plan. She is an amazing patient and a trooper. We girls aren’t accustomed to […]

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Advocacy: Tonsils, Inclusion, Life!

Rachel is getting her tonsils out tomorrow. They called Monday to go over the intake list.  About five minutes into the interview, the nurse says “Did you say she has Down syndrome or she has been tested for it?” This […]

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Two Suggestions for Church Inclusion

In my blogging, speaking and networking a hot topic is always “The Church” and inclusion.  Almost every time I do a speech or a workshop, questions arise. I am a person of deep faith. While I try not to hit […]

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Rachel’s Patriotic Cookie Pizza

Rachel loves birthdays. Last night when she was praying she thanked God for celebrating America’s birthday. We kind of have a tradition of making some different patriotic looking things. Last year we made some 4th of July Breakfast Pies. Several […]

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