I recently attended Kay’s yearly IEP meeting with her teachers and all staff involved in Kay’s care. For those unfamiliar, an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) outlines the specific educational needs of a child with a disability and the services they’ll receive to support them in school. Since Kay started school after winter break last…
We attended our very first Type 1 Diabetes Walk hosted by Breakthrough T1D, and it was such a memorable experience! As soon as the walk was announced, I started counting down the days and couldn’t wait to participate. Kay’s Krew came together, assembling her team of supporters, and we all gathered for this special event.…
Kay, her grandma, and I recently attended an art exhibit showcasing pieces created by the Pre-K students. Each class displayed art inspired by a renowned artist, accompanied by a brief biography of their chosen inspiration. Kay’s class drew inspiration from Frida Kahlo, and I loved seeing how they expressed themselves through such a unique and…
November 13th marked a full year of writing these blogs and sharing them with you all. Wow! When I was first offered the opportunity to write about Kay’s life and our experiences, I was excited but a bit hesitant. I had never thought of myself as a “writer” or as someone who could regularly document…
In celebration of World Diabetes Day, I had the opportunity to read a special book to Kay’s class that introduces diabetes in a way children can understand. I’ve said it before, but I truly love Kay’s school! They are so dedicated to advocating for each student and creating an inclusive environment where everyone is involved.…
November is not only Diabetes Awareness Month, but November 14th is also World Diabetes Day! It’s hard to believe that next month will mark six months since Kay was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. I’ve learned so much since her diagnosis and continue to pick up new insights every day! Support groups have been…
Over the weekend, Kay had her last game of the fall T-Ball season, and it was a perfect day! We had such a great time enjoying the beautiful weather and the company of friends we don’t see as often as we’d like. Life gets busy with our children’s therapies, school, appointments, and other activities. T-Ball…
Kay had T-Ball again over the weekend, and it’s hard to believe she only has one more game left in the season! An eight-week season sounds like plenty of time, but it really does fly by. Fall T-Ball is a favorite, as the cooler weather finally makes it enjoyable to be outside running around without…
We wrapped up October with Down Syndrome Awareness Month and are now diving into November, which means it’s Diabetes Awareness Month! Two meaningful months, back-to-back, filled with opportunities to spread awareness and educate others. This November is especially exciting because we’ll be attending Kay’s first diabetes walk, hosted by Breakthrough T1D, an organization dedicated to…
Kay had a wonderful Halloween, starting the evening by Trick-or-Treating around our neighborhood. Dressed in her adorable kitty costume, she visited a few neighbors before getting a bit tired; her early bedtime still holds, and though I tried to stretch it a bit, after a few houses, she began asking to go home. Back…
