by Joe and Cindi Ferrini | Feb 20, 2023 | Caregiving, Hope, Marriage
Even though our celebration of Valentine’s Day has passed, there are things we can do every day to show we love each other and care for one another. It is a choice, but it takes work. Being a caregiver for our loved ones with special needs can put a lot of pressure on...
by Key Ministry | Dec 20, 2022 | Hope, Mental Health
My Story with OCDIn my baby book, my mom wrote that I got paddled twice in the first grade at school! I didn’t let it bother me, though. It was nothing to worry about. I just kept going and enjoyed life. Image of Jeff Rickert as a young boy. Sports were a big part of...
by Mark Arnold | Nov 4, 2022 | Caregiving, Hope, Special Needs Parenting
Fall (or Autumn for us Brits!) is a fabulous time of the year, with so many changes in the natural world and treasures to look for and find! We’ve been making natural fiddles/fidget boxes. Maybe you would like to make one too? There are loads of wonderful sensory...
by John Fela (Felageller) | Oct 12, 2022 | Hope, Living Life Daily, Special Needs Parenting
This is the second of two posts written by John Felageller. In these posts, he reflects on his son’s 8th-grade graduation. Part one was published in September. – EditorMy son’s middle school was very large, so the stage was filled to both ends with chairs for...
by Jolene Philo | Aug 22, 2022 | Challenges, Hope, Mental Health
What will go wrong next? Photo by Dev Asangbam on Unsplash When our family gathers around the dinner table each evening this summer, that question pops up at some point in every conversation—here is why:In June, I went to the doctor with throbbing varicose veins. A...
by Steph Hubach | Jul 5, 2022 | Church Support, Hope
When I was a kid, I had a spiffy little 20-inch Schwinn bike—the Hollywood model—in bright royal blue. It was a sweet little ride. As I grew, my Dad would adjust the handlebars and the seat so I could steer and peddle more easily. One fateful day, however, Dad forgot...
