“A friend loves at all times.” –Proverbs 17:17 (NIV) Colleen and I have been friends since our girls were in preschool. We first met at church and began teaching children’s Sunday School together. We always used the curriculum provided, but tried to add extra fun to each class, like our song, “Exercise,” to help the kids release their pent-up energy. Miraculously, after that Continue Reading
As I mentioned in my previous post, I want to share the thoughts I have for my son in the form of a letter to him. In sharing this letter, I hope that you have a small insight into the challenges and joys of my life as a mother to this incredible young man. My Amazing Boy, I want others to know that you are learning to control the tone of your voice when you get frustrated. Continue Reading
In celebration of Autism Awareness Month, I wanted to share with you a letter expressing some of what I would want my son to know. My son is 9 years old and happens to be on the autism spectrum. I pray that through my words to him you are able to see my heart and that it gives you insight into the hopes, challenges, and blessings that I experience as a mother to this precious Continue Reading
Celebrating the resurrection of our Savior and the gift of salvation is not just for Easter. May you rejoice in the gift of Christ's redeeming sacrifice every day, and may you share this life-changing truth with everyone you meet! Continue Reading
I have five thoughts for pastors who are eager to help fulfill Jesus’ mandate to bless people with disabilities (Luke 14) and to reach what some believe is the largest unreached people group around the world: 1. Go serve at Family Retreat. There simply is no substitute to immersing yourself in the world of disability for a week. Don’t send others… YOU go. If you’re not the Continue Reading
