A quarter of a century. How did we get here, my sweet, complex child? So many memories of great times, good times, not so good times and horrific times swirl in my head. Living with and loving a medically complex child is a whirlwind of a life. On those quiet days that some would call … Continue reading
After the divorce, I have found myself with time that I didn’t have before. Weekends free here and there to explore, relax, feed my soul. At the age I am, it is essential to me to connect with my past as I move into my new future. Friends who have been there through some of … Continue reading
Wow. How did I get here? My contemporaries are contemplating retirement or are there. Most have grandchildren. I grew up fairly affluent, but that is not where I am today. Today I am starting over. As I turn 60 glorious years, I am contemplating my impending divorce and re-inventing myself in my 6th decade. Not … Continue reading
As I listen to my 24 year old medically fragile, special needs daughter giggling in the next room, then laughing outright as I change her, I give so much thanks to the world. There is so many people to be grateful for in this journey with Sophie. Not forgetting all the professionals, friends and family … Continue reading
Sophie News (Sophie is 12 years old!) Nov. 2005-May 2006 First Things First!, THANK YOU! Thank you all for being so patient with us in getting out our letter and to say “thank you” from our hearts. It has been over a year since we have written- our last newsletter was in August of … Continue reading
Sophie News August 2004 (Sophie is 10 years old Hi everyone! It’s been a busy 8 months or so since our last newsletter. The new house in Wheaton has been wonderful- to have a ranch home is such a welcome relief from all the lifting. Sophie (and Billy) love to get around to every corner … Continue reading
Sophie News October 2003 Sophie is 9 years old! Hello to all! We’ve had a very busy time since we last wrote. The fund raiser done in March of this year- Terrance Simien Creole Party was a huge success. Thank you for all who attended, and a gigantic thanks to John Hicks and all of … Continue reading
