Mikelle and I feel compelled to write about life with a disability, not just the challenges but the opportunities, the friendships, the innovations, and the brilliance of our communities in action as we share our everyday life living with a disability. With a little more information, motivation, we hope to share how our life is shining beautiful and maybe help you to shine beautiful, too.
What in Your Holiday Recovery Plan?
I left Mikelle home as I took my sandaled feet this November evening to the weather worn outdoor couches at the local Starbucks, also known
Finances, Family and Special Needs Planning
Think beyond the will. I have known Betty Lehman for many years. Each time I see her, she provokes me–in a right way. I take
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Mikelle and I often write about employment strategies for people with disabilities. In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month and the many changes coming
Just What is an ABLE Account?
So much is hapening in the field of special education and rehabilitiation. We have the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act, which we will talk more
Speechless over Speechless
Watching a version of your life on a 50” TV is a little intimidating. So I avoided it for as long as I could. Sure,
Are you a “Prepper”?
I had the phone pinned against my ear talking to a friend while making Mikelle’s bed, sweeping the floor and reining in the morning chaos.
Love The Locks You Rock!
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Mikelle, like any other woman, often feels the need for change. For her this could be a new purse,
Are Parents the Best Job Developers for Special Needs Children?
I don’t know, but I think so. After all, who knows our kids better than we do? We know our communities and our communities know
Welcome to 21st Century Inclusion…This is important!
What? Huh? What do you mean? Let me explain. Among many of our parental worries, aspirations, and concerns, is the desire for our children with
Back to the Future- A Visit with Rocky Mountain Human Services
It is always strange to walk back to the future. Earlier this month, I did just that, walked back into the organization I had
Mom’s Summer Vacation
Mom’s Summer Vacation Every summer my mom, Katherine Carol, hops on a plane and travels to the Dominican Republic (DR) for two weeks. It’s her
Couch Crushers
Couch Crushers At the end of April we realized that some changes were going to be forthcoming this spring/summer. Changes in Mikelle’s schedule, her staff,