I have the privilege today to have a guest post by a wonderful mom named Courtney Westlake. I read Courtney’s blog before we officially met, when I was dealing with the facial differences of Joel. Her posts were such an encouragement to me, and you can read more about her family here, http://www.courtneywestlake.com/ I love her insight and wisdom in bringing… Read More
I have failed at a lot of mommy things. You probably don’t see it from the outside looking in, I’m pretty dang good at looking like I’ve got it all together. Lately I’ve heard a lot of “I don’t know how you do it” and “Wow, you’re super mom”. I honestly don’t want to wear that cape or claim that… Read More
“Why did God make me this way?” It’s often said that we are not given more than we can handle, or that God gives special needs to special people. I’m going to call this one out and say that is CRAP! It’s my son’s birthday this weekend and he will turn eight. This year has not been easy for him…. Read More
It’s painful isn’t it? I feel your gaze and from the corner of my eye I see that your facial expression matches what I feel inside every single time. I see the fear as you watch and I cannot reassure you that he won’t fall and that there won’t be tears. I see you look at me and I bet… Read More
My kid stares and whispers at other children that look different….Yes, my child who looks different will stare and whisper to me about a child that also looks different. This to me is proof that you as the parent hold the power and responsibility to teach your child value and acceptance for others. When my child points out or stares… Read More
“They called me monster,” Joel whispered with tears streaming down his face. My heart twisted and I was angry. Actually, it wasn’t anger, it was fury. And this fury wanted to be released to do bodily damage to some 7 year old students that had crushed my son. My sweet Joel was starting to realize how very different he looked…. Read More