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Tag Archives: inspiration
An oldie, but a goodie
Today I’m over here, with a short essay I wrote a few years ago. It feels as true today as it did then, perhaps even more-so after Avery’s surgery. I hope it rings true for you, too. Thanks, Louise!
Posted in Writing
Tagged BLOOM, disability, Down syndrome, inspiration, parenting, special needs
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How did this happen?
This is the longest interval between posts here at Pinwheels since I began scribbling down my notes and thoughts more than 2 years ago. I want to say I don’t know how this could have happened, but really, I already know … Continue reading
And now we are 6
This is what six-years-old looks like at our house. And if you’re wondering why there are 12 candles on the cake?
Posted in Pinwheels
Tagged 6-year-olds, birthdays, celebration, Down syndrome, inspiration, twins
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Free stuff
Today is a link-y kind of a day: I have a copy of a wonderful book to share over at 5 Minutes for Special Needs, and I’m giving away free advice (oh joy!) at AlphaMom.
Write with me!
One thing that being a parent has shown me, especially being Avery’s mom, is that often, what I need to do most, what I need to get much better at, is letting go of the way I think things should … Continue reading


