Summer Inspiration

Wow, the summer has crept away without a single post from yours truly.  I must be getting old and forgetful— lame excuses for not blogging, I know!  Hopefully, you're enjoying these long summer days.  I know that I am—fleeting as though they may seem. 

Today, I wanted to post a blog from a contributing writer to Penn Central Parent.  Although I'm not a parent of a special needs child, I thought that the piece was really compelling and demonstrates the challenges that those who have Cerebral Palsy may face.  It was refreshing to me that a parent gave a voice to some of the trials we who have disabilities cope with. I hope you enjoy reading the blog as much as I did.

Have a great weekend, all!

http://www.centralpennparent.com/2017/what-does-cp-mean-for-my-son/

A Girl After My Heart

If you don't already know, I'm a huge fan of any kind of art.  While I was perusing the web today, I found this and wanted to share it with you.  I hope that you enjoy it.

Have a great weekend!

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/video/video/video-1424045/Girl-cerebral-palsy-draws-incredible-beautiful-art.html

Finding Inspiration

I saw this on the news a few nights ago and knew that I wanted to include this story with this week's post.  It proves once again that we can accomplish anything once we are determined to do something.  Hopefully, you will find as much inspiration from this story as much as I did!

Have a good weekend, everyone!

http://www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/inspiring-america-man-with-cerebral-palsy-finishes-half-ironman-922480195668

The Best Is Yet To Come

Hello,

I know it's been quite a while since I've blogged, and I whole-heartedly apologize for that.  I must say that it has been an amazing start to 2017.  In March, I became the proud recipient of the Parenting Media Association's Gold Award for my article featured in Central Penn Parent's Capabilities magazine published last fall—the highest award possible for the publication.  I was so thrilled at this honor that it's still hard to believe!  If you haven't read it, I posted it a couple of months ago.

This week, I spoke in front of a class at Messiah that one of my good friend teaches who also has Cerebral Palsy.  The class is entitled, Disability and Society.  (What a name!)  As I began my presentation, I looked over the small gathering of faces, eagerly awaiting the start of my speech.  I was suddenly struck by the magnitude of the impact I had on the students.  Like I said to my friend, what an awesome group.  It did my old heart really well.  Hehe!

In the past few months, I've been awed at the outpouring of support, encouragement, and overall love I've received.  As I celebrate another birthday next week, I realize the best is yet to come.  I can't wait to see what happens next!

Thank you all!