by Evana Sandusky | Sep 15, 2021 | Medically Fragile, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
A few weeks ago, I watched my oldest nephew marry his best friend. It was a beautiful ceremony that felt surreal at times. It was hard to believe the little toddler that carried the rings in my wedding was now the groom at his own wedding.Family and friends smiled and...
by Evana Sandusky | Aug 27, 2021 | Living Life Daily, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
The first day of school for my children is marked on our August calendar. My children will be glad to see their friends and get back into their school routines. Well, one of them will be happy; the other one is not so thrilled.Back to school means I have several...
by Jolene Philo | Jul 26, 2021 | Caregiving, Grief, Spiritual Growth
What makes me cry as a caregiver is a list that keeps getting longer. On this, the day before my 65th birthday, I’m writing down everything that makes me cry. Think of it as reverse bucket list. A bucket with a hole that leaks tears out my eyes. Do you have the...
by Joe and Cindi Ferrini | Jul 19, 2021 | Caregiving, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
Sometimes when I’m driving, my family sees more than for what they bargained.Asked if I’m lost, I’ll say, “No, I’m not lost. I’m on an adventure!” I point to the great view of the parking lot where I just turned around, or the scenic views from a series of gas...
by Jolene Philo | Jun 28, 2021 | Caregiving, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
“When life gets really crazy, I dream about our vacation.”Those who know me well would surmise those were my words. I make such statements often. But in actuality they came from my husband Hiram, a calm man who rarely becomes stressed by either hard work or...
by Joe and Cindi Ferrini | Jun 21, 2021 | Mental Health, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
I’d like to have us consider that our first line of thought should be: Let’s CONNECT!!!! This blog is for every single one of us, and also for those friends on the special needs Unexpected Journey. These tips and ideas will work very well for special needs...
