? Have you ever wished you could hear- I mean with your ears HEAR God’s voice? [Tweet “God was not in the wind, or the earthquake, but in a still small #voice. #prayer “] I’ve never heard God’s audible voice but I’ve prayed I could, many times. I wish we could pick up the […]
When we went to Disney World a few years ago- one of the highlights of our trip was a big family luau- On the wall of the entrance was a big sign 3 O H A N A s Because of watching Lilo and Stitch (see- watching movies with children are educational 😉 ) I […]
Breathing a sigh of relief here today. Yesterday was Bethany’s annual EVALUATION. Six years ago, Bethany finally got off a waiting list and was approved for a MR/DD Waiver. ick- ick- ICK!!!! (was that enough emphasis to get my point across 🙂 ) I hate the label- Mentally Retarded/ Developmentally Disabled. I mean really, who […]
Someone will always have it “better” than me. Someone will always have it “worse” than me. I’ve learning to keep my hand in Jesus’ No Jesus- know pain- Know Jesus – know pain will be healed Have you ever been blown away by someones testimony? Their joy and faith that doesn’t […]
I want you to meet an incredible family! Aren’t they just beautiful? I want you to love them as much as I do! Meet Sarah, Noah, John, and Genev’e Here is there amazing story from my friend, John! In April of 2004 I received a call from our Doctor informing me that there was […]
Do you ever question your “purpose” in life; your “identity” and “worth”? Have you ever felt like a loner? a misfit? Why not watch Wreck-it Ralph and pocket a special nugget?! Meet Wreck-it Ralph (is a loveable, bumbling character unhappy with his persona, his calling, his “job”) Ralph is told- “You wreck everything” “You’re […]
Recently, I was perusing a website entitled – “SAVING DOWN SYNDROME” It stirred two conflicting thoughts; It’s my juxtaposed reality- I love Bethany- down syndrome and all- but in truth, I’d love to see the damage from that extra chromosome disabled or its power diminished! It works overtime with oxidative stress on their bodies and […]
World Down Syndrome Day is March 21st IDSC is uniting with bloggers and parents all over the world to celebrate “Who I Am” – an awareness campaign to help people understand that ALL of life is precious! Don’t forget to come back this Thursday, the 21st, to view the exciting video but for today- Here’s […]
Do you remember the story of the two women coming before King Solomon….. fighting about who “owned” the baby in question When Solomon offered to cut the baby in half so that they could “share” the baby, the true mother became evident by her sacrificial love. ~ I read an even more bizarre news […]
What a wonderful video! Every school/club/person/church/organization/family should be so blessed to be able to see this heartwarming, informative “snippet” explaining how people with down syndrome are JUST LIKE YOU. This video highlights the lives of 3 teenagers with down syndrome and their friends. Great advice and insightful understanding that will be sure to strengthen and […]
[Tweet “Look up! Accept God’s #crown of loving kindness and tender mercies.”] “Momma, why I have creepy eyes?” quote- Bethany Barclay, 10 years old- with down syndrome ~ My mission: Equip Bethany (& all my children & grandchildren) with the truth: [Tweet “We are created in the image of God and He #crowns us with […]
This video is a must see! Pastor Rick Warren teams up with Nick Vujicic, shares with Oprah the “Wild Card of Life” that can change everything! Our choices & attitude & our faith toward God! We can’t control our environment, our genetics, our chemistry, our 1st relationships, our circumstances, or what we’ve been […]
The Bethany Paradox There is no paradox in loving her- only in understanding……….. I love her so much it hurts- Embracing her vulnerable weakness Dismayed her DNA is destructively damaged. I cry, I laugh with joy, I worry & fret, I ache with longing, yet rejoice in who she is Her spirit- so […]
I actually had someone ask me the other day, “How’s your downs girl?” My downs girl?! MY DOWNS GIRL?!!!! I looked at them in stunned silence? Seriously, if you can’t remember her name, don’t ask- please! “Do you mean my DAUGHTER, Bethany?” They had the wisdom to look embarrassed. I don’t see downs syndrome, […]
If you’ve never heard, read, or seen Joni’s story (yes, there’s even a movie about her amazing life 🙂 ) you need to get to know this phenomenal woman and her faith in God! Talk about Eternal Perspective!!!! Click to visit http://www.joniandfriends.org/ Ask yourself: What if you suddenly lost your mobility? What if you […]