I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. My kids humble me daily. They teach me far more than I could ever teach them. Jane is wicked smart. It’s a blessing and a curse. Her wit is quick, and her heart is painfully large and endearing and never lets go. Baby Jude. In the year […]
What dreams are made of… days and nights of fun
Baby Jude, Jane and us parents were lucky enough to be invited to a day out with Thomas the Tank Engine and DreamNight at the Zoo, courtesy of Akron Children’s Hospital. We can’t say thank you enough to the hospital. They were both such great events, with great people putting them on. With Thomas the Tank, I […]
It takes a village
“Cerebral palsy (CP) is a broad term used to describe a group of chronic ‘palsies’ – disorders that impair control of movement due to damage to the developing brain. CP is one of the most common causes of chronic childhood disability. About 8,000 infants are diagnosed with CP and up to 1,500 preschoolers are recognized […]
How NOT to kick off a Mother’s Day celebration
When your just-turned 4 year old is incredibly sensitive – and incredibly attached to her dog, Bailey, and your own mom, Gigi – don’t watch home videos that include said dog and Gigi – when they were alive. ‘Nuff said. It has been a touch of a nightmare since we watched the movies. Jane has […]