A new post for this new dimension of life

My need to advocate for not just my kids, but for all kids with disabilities is stronger than ever.

I have many plans to keep my voice loud and plans to enact change.

Wether it is from an educational point of view, which is key to properly supporting our kids, or from the stand point of legislation, which needs to change to keep our kids safe and educate them so they can live to their full potential, I will rise to be seen and heard.

 I will lend my support to those who need it.  I will not be dismissed.  I will not be shut down.  I will tell my families story.  I will bring awareness to the community that values education, but falls short for including education for ALL.  I will go beyond my comfort zone to help our most vulnerable kids.

I will share the resources I find invaluable.  I will continue to learn and educate myself on topics that help support my kids and share what I learn for those that are interested.

I have pledged to make this year the year that things change!

After the death of our beloved friend Max, we cannot sit by any longer and risk losing another child due to abuse at a special education school.

 I will continue to raise my voice for all the kids like Max, like my son, who were pushed to the side and only viewed through the behavior lens of reward or punish.  We cannot continue this ignorant way of viewing our children who struggle.

I will be their voice if they need me to.   I will try my hardest to help them raise their voice.  Now is the time for everyone to listen.  Not just to their cries for help.  Not just to their surface behaviors that can be seen.  It is time to understand how these kids communicate.  It is time to see the beautiful souls our kids are.  It is time to learn from them; even if we don’t always understand it ourselves. It is time to show our kids they have value.  That they have so much to contribute to this world, and it is far past the time for everyone to show compassion first and foremost.