Apparently I hit my limit on Coordinating All the Things, because Christmas 2013 got away from me. I know the time between Thanksgiving and Christmas was shorter this year, but since we celebrated Thanksgiving early that shouldn’t have been a problem. The simple fact is that I dropped the ball … no, lots of balls… Read More
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Sun-Beams: December 22, 2013
Sun-Beams is a collection of links to stories, articles, photos, or videos I have come across that I believe will inspire, inform, or encourage you, as well as my favorite photo posted on my other blog, Violet Film, from the past week. A blind student’s unique place in college hoops – Color me impressed. Could you… Read More
Seven Snippets: Triangle Time and Andi and Company in Minifig
— 1 — Well, it’s official. Nathan made it through the whole fall semester without any new kids joining his developmental preschool class. I’m not sure how long it’s going to last, but I’m thankful for now. Speaking of Nathan/developmental preschool, since he’s ruling the roost there on Tuesdays and Thursdays, his teacher and paraprofessional… Read More
The Music Man
The kid loves songs, musical instruments, dancing … you name it. I know it’s supposed to be a myth that people with Down syndrome love music (and maybe it is), but in our house, our boy loves music. If you’ve been reading for awhile, you should recognize the jingle sticks, former residents of Sarah Kate’s… Read More
In Between: Next Steps for Sarah Kate
A part of me wondered if I should write this post – how many people really care about the nuts and bolts and ‘scripts and recommendations specific to my child? It feels a little bit narcissistic to go on and on about what our experiences are unless I can weave in a bit of comedy… Read More
Sun-Beams: December 15, 2013
Sun-Beams is a collection of links to stories, articles, photos, or videos I have come across that I believe will inspire, inform, or encourage you, as well as my favorite photo posted on my other blog, Violet Film, from the past week. How I Told My 7-Year-Old Son He Has Down Syndrome – Sweet story about… Read More