by Kirsty | May 31, 2012 | Albinism, Autism
I want to thank everyone who read, commented or shared my post on becoming a special needs parent recently. I was amazed by the support I received and overwhelmed by how many people out there seemed to benefit from this information. That post was more about giving...
by Kirsty | May 24, 2012 | Disability, Education
It’s times like these that I’m glad to live in a democracy and have the freedom to speak out against the government without fear of reprisal. I often forget how lucky we are to have that right. I have never felt the need to speak out before. I am not a...
by Kirsty | May 22, 2012 | Disability, Parents, Special Needs
Today I’m sharing a post that first appeared over at Accidental Wonderland on March 7, 2012 all about adjusting your expectations as a parent and accepting the unexpected. I am a mother of three. I am by no means an expert on parenting but I do know one...
by Kirsty | May 15, 2012 | Albinism, Autism, Relationships
When you receive a diagnosis for your child, your life transforms in an instant. In a moment your life completely and irrevocably changes. In that moment, you go from being the parent of a “normal” child, with typical hopes and aspirations, to having those...
by Kirsty | May 12, 2012 | Disability, Education, Parents, Special Needs
Have you heard of Every Student Every School? No? Neither had I until yesterday. But this is a far-reaching initiative that will impact everyone – students with special needs, teachers, aides, other students and families alike. The premise of the new model is to...
