Guest Timmy Stauffer- Part 2- I’m so blessed and honored to share Tim’s perspective with you. God has hidden treasure in the most surprising places. 🙂 Cerebral Palsy is not ALL of who I am, but it is part of who I am. I don’t think I’ve ever consciously questioned God about why I was […]
My guest today is Timmy Stauffer… the son of our good friend from high school, Wayne & Debbie Stauffer. I was drawn to learn more about Timmy when Wayne posted on FB, that his son had never wanted to pray for healing from Cerebral Palsy. He has always believed that God will use it for […]
Monday morning we went to the Dr. and learned that Bethany’s eardrum had collapsed inward and was laying on top of the bones which shouldn’t be showing 🙁 The picture is not for the faint of heart but this is NOT how your eardrum should look! Basically, the negative pressure sucked it in, diminishing the […]
If you put on the right filtered glasses tomorrow night (31st), you could literally see a blue moon. Most of us will be content to gaze with our naked eye and see a typical, white, full moon. But no matter the color- tomorrow’s moon will be the 2nd full moon in this month- thereby gaining […]
“Bella! Bella! Babe, look me. What this word say?” Bethany’s patient, but firm teacher voice commanded Bella’s attention. Bella’s almond eyes crinkled shut as she smiled and shouted, “Mommy!” ~ About two years ago, I met a lovely lady named Patricia. Previously a dance teacher, she had put everything aside to become a stay at home grandma and help raise her […]
Though our constitution truthfully states that all “men” are created equal, the reality in this fallen world is: “All” are not equally endowed. As a mom, I try to be an “equalizer”. You know, keep everything fair and more-or-less-the same. I find it’s a formidable, if not impossible task when dealing with something abstractly complicated such as “intelligence”. e […]
One morning, I was doing Wii Fit and Cohen was watching “Uncle” Josh getting ready for a day at Washburn. Cohen excitedly informs me, “Nana, when I gwow up, I’m gonna go to college just like Uncle Dosh, but I’m gonna study soccer, basketball, and baseball. Den I’ll graduate and you can come watch me play all de […]
Read Part 1 if you missed it by clicking here Last night we had family dinner. Bethany was revelling in the presence of her siblings. She then decided I had made brownies because it was Micah’s birthday. This set a CIRCUS into motion Micah’s thanking her, candles are coming out, Jeff and I are trying […]
Parenting your special needs child is challenging- as they enter their era of Independence!
This is a true story that illustrates the saying- “Perception is Everything”. [Tweet “What will it take to change our perception special needs adults- from tolerance to acceptance?”] “Hi! How are ya?” The loud, booming voice grabbed my attention- and everyone else s while I was at the Dillon’s check-out line in the front of the store. absolutely no response […]
Bethany and I “saddled up” the mini-van to round up Grandma Donna, Uncle Steve, and cousin Justin, so we could enjoy an evening of swimming. Before we arrived at our destination, Micah called to warn us that a storm front with lightning and thunder was quickly rolling in. Thus, our plans were waylaid. This one “twist” in our road led us to an […]
Ever since Bethany was diagnosed with down syndrome, I ask myself this question: Why do we place so much importance and make such a big deal about I.Q.? [Tweet “Does our #happiness in #life depend on our #IQ?”] Our new adventure in learning: Bethany is running around the house, excited for her first foray into […]
If we could tune into the heart of God- I believe this is what His every heart beat is saying. He is 100 % committed to our complete care and it is motivated by an endless supply of His love. The trouble is- our mind and thoughts are “running” through the other “channels” being broadcast. […]
Wrestling with God- Do you ever feel like you’re wrestling with God? ‘Don’t Wrestle- Just Nestle!’ quote from Corrie Ten Boon! [Tweet “You Don’t Have to #Wrestle God for a #Blessing” #Godis4U”] d As an adult, I’ve tended to wrestle with God. Many times I didn’t rest in His grace and love. I labored to pray […]
