Kay and I had the opportunity to help with Open Play again over the weekend at GiGi’s Playhouse. Since we usually attend Open Play every Saturday, I’m always happy to lend a hand whenever I can. I enjoy arriving early to set out toys and prepare the playhouse for visitors and other volunteers. I’ve…
Kay continues to attend her weekly therapy sessions, which take place every Tuesday afternoon. These sessions include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Typically, Kay goes back to her sessions without any issues. However, lately, she has been more hesitant and asks me to accompany her or walk her back. Despite her requests, I…
A month ago, I came across a post from GiGi’s Playhouse Las Vegas asking for volunteers to share their stories for a chance to be featured in a video at this year’s gala in September. The theme is “I Have a Voice.” Eager to participate, I wrote in, sharing a brief part of my story…
Leaps and Bounds is a program that is offered GiGi’s Playhouse that runs every other week. Kay absolutely loves it, and we both always have so much fun. This week’s theme was “Under the Sea.” The kids made their own jellyfish crafts, complete with googly eyes. Kay loves anything involving coloring, though it seemed like…
Kay and I returned to GiGi’s Playhouse for another session of the LMNOP program, which stands for Language, Music, and Our Peeps! Last week’s lesson was centered around Five Little Monkeys, one of Kay’s favorite books and songs. Each session typically includes a book or activity, teaching certain signs related to the lesson, and…
Every Saturday, GiGi’s Playhouse hosts an Open Play session for two hours, inviting families to come together and let their kids enjoy everything the playhouse has to offer. Kay and I usually attend every week to hang out with friends, and Kay loves getting out of the house. This time, I got to help…
Can you believe it’s already been over a month since Kay was diagnosed with diabetes?! I’m still adjusting to this new way of life and learning more every day. Fortunately, Kay is still in the honeymoon phase, which means she hasn’t needed insulin yet, as her pancreas is still producing enough insulin on its own.…
July 13th was my mom’s birthday. We spent most of the day relaxing, and later, my parents went out to dinner with friends. After dinner they all came back to celebrate with ice cream and a red velvet cake! One of Kay’s favorite songs to sing is “Happy Birthday,” which I find so funny!…
This year, we had a quieter Fourth of July. The extreme heat has been challenging, especially since Kay’s diabetes diagnosis, so I’ve been keeping her indoors as much as possible. We haven’t gone swimming either, as I’m concerned about her Dexcom reader falling off, which provides constant glucose readings. Although other parents have reassured me…
On July 2nd, we celebrated my birthday! My dad surprised me with coffee from Dutch Bros, and I was thrilled because they had brought back my favorite seasonal drink – the cookie dough freeze! Kay also helped my mom bring me my birthday card and gift. Kay loves having a task and takes pleasure in…
