Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about Wil as a young adult. Will he live with Matt and myself? Will he live independently with help? Will he have his own apartment with a friend? Wil is a very social person; he loves to swim, golf and hang out with friends. I know he’ll want toContinue reading “Wil’s Growing Independence”
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STORIES OF WIL: PUBERTY PART 1 is now available on AMAZON!!
It’s here!!! We are so excited to make this announcement! This work of love is live on Amazon in both paperback and ebook format. The purpose of writing Stories of Wil: Puberty Part 1 is to connect with families through relatable stories and raise awareness. If upon reading this work of love, you find aContinue reading “STORIES OF WIL: PUBERTY PART 1 is now available on AMAZON!!”
In Sync
As Wil has gotten older, it’s clear he needs closer friends with Down syndrome. He has wonderful friends at school that love and support him fully. As the gap in abilities with his typical peers grows and social lives expand, Wil also needs to cultivate friendships with those whose abilities match his. Manny’s family livesContinue reading “In Sync”
A Colorful Morning
The previous weekend, a storm blew through town and we lost our power. When Wil woke up, as per usual, he wanted his hot sandwich. I explained to him that we lost power so it would have to be a cold sandwich. Then he realized he couldn’t watch his favorite television show. He was becomingContinue reading “A Colorful Morning”
Its Not Real…Until It Is
I would say this situation is hardest on Wil. He doesn’t understand as much as I’ve explained it. I’ve heard the response, “I don’t understand, either,” which I respect and appreciate. But Wil doesn’t understand what a virus is. We do know what a virus is, even not knowing all the details of this particularContinue reading “Its Not Real…Until It Is”
Chicken Tender Caper
Last night I made “healthy” chicken tenders (soaked in almond milk, whole wheat bread crumbs, etc). I took the tenders out of the oven, hollered to Matt, Elizabeth and Wil, who were outside, dinner was ready then took Katherine to Crossfit. I returned to Elizabeth telling me Wil ate almost 2 pounds of the tenders,Continue reading “Chicken Tender Caper”
WILingness 