by Brandon Appelhans | Aug 23, 2018 | Depression
When I was in seminary, I took a grand total of one class with any regard to mental health. In that class, the professor gave really sound advice about mental health issues, “These are medical issues. Don’t get in over your head. Get the professionals involved right...
by John Fela (Felageller) | Aug 22, 2018 | Challenges, Special Needs Parenting
In July I participated in an interview through the Not Alone Parents site on taking vacations as a special needs family. During that interview I spoke to one vacation idea that most people, at least in my experience, cringe at when it’s brought up—camping.I cringed as...
by Kirsten Holmberg | Aug 21, 2018 | Adoption
It is the chief aim of every parent to love their children—whether adopted or biological—in such a way that they feel secure and valued. As Christians, we also hope our children experience our love in a way that depicts the perfect love of God.When children have...
by Joe and Cindi Ferrini | Aug 20, 2018 | Marriage, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
It really is hard sometimes on this special-needs journey, and if someone would have asked me if I could do what I’m doing for over 37 years, I would have said, “I don’t think I can do this (that long)!” Our son, Joey, recently had another birthday and was as pleased...
by Mark Arnold | Aug 17, 2018 | Living Life Daily, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
I was sat in church a few Sunday mornings ago, a brief oasis of calm in an otherwise hectic and unpredictable week of additional needs ministry and additional needs parenting. The service was great, which was helpful, as I was tired and in serious danger of dropping...
