The Fear of the Unknown

The Fear of the Unknown

I'm about twenty weeks pregnant. I don't know if you knew that. I just went to my first doctor's appointment -- a little late in the game, firstly because I don't like doctor's appointments and I hate having blood taken, and second because we were out of the country...

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Enjoying the Summer

Enjoying the Summer

As far as I can tell, there is only one disability that prevents someone from enjoying summer-- the disability of being so wrapped-up in yourself that you forget to relax. Being able to get outdoors and enjoy nature, to enjoy spending time with other people, to have...

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Responses

Responses

To any readers who may be out there: I start with the assumption that being free from disabilities is good. Heaven is going to be a disability-free zone, and I will rejoice with everyone who has the opportunity to overcome disabilities in this life. However, the...

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One Step at a Time

One Step at a Time

As I approach this month of writing I’m brought back to years ago when our first son, Noah, took his first steps.  As I recall the event my heart swells with love for the little guy as he stood, struggled to stand firm with his tiny little feet.  The difficulty of...

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What’s In a Name?

What’s In a Name?

In October 2009 we welcomed our son, Luke, into the world. He was born with Spina Bifida, hydrocephalous, chiari malformation, and a large Syrnix. When we first found out about the addition of our new baby boy we did some extensive review of names and researched each...

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