We spent Memorial Day swimming and basking in the sun with my parents. It was the perfect, relaxing day, and I’m grateful for moments like these while remembering the sacrifices made for us to have this day and its significance. Kay loves the pool and swimming, though I’ve had trouble finding a floatie or…
As Kay’s first school year comes to an end, I find myself reflecting on the journey. When I took Kay to her first day of Pre-K back in January, I was worried. I feared that the other kids might not treat her as one of their own because Kay is a bit different. She doesn’t…
Recently we celebrated my dad’s birthday. My parents went out for dinner, and then we continued the celebration at home with cake and ice cream. Kay loves birthday celebrations, especially because “Happy Birthday” is one of her favorite songs to sing! The rest of the night was spent relaxing at home together. Kay had…
This Mother’s Day brought a unique twist for my mom and me as we found ourselves spending most of it with Kay, navigating airports and airplanes from Oregon back to Las Vegas! For this trip, I decided to tap into available resources to ensure a smoother journey. A friend mentioned TSA Cares, a program…
The DSP Summit 2024 was just as memorable and extraordinary as ever! Despite Kay’s initial lack of enthusiasm upon arrival, she truly shone after lunch, revealing her outgoing and cheerful self. Kay and I seized the chance to have a few photos taken by the talented photographer capturing the Summit’s remarkable moments. I’m…
Kay, my mother, and I recently embarked on a brief but memorable trip to Oregon! Though our time there flew by, we packed it with loads of fun. Our journey began with a flight on a Thursday, though Kay, being a tired toddler, made it a bit challenging with her discomfort from the change…
Sunday rolled around again, marking another eagerly anticipated LMNOP class for Kay and me! Our visits to GiGi’s Playhouse are always a highlight, with a plethora of activities to explore, and the promise of even more as new programs are introduced. This session, our focus was on celebrating moms ahead of Mother’s Day, delving…
Kay absolutely loves her time on the T-Ball field, and with the season winding down, she’ll surely miss it. Just two more games left, and then we’ll have to wait until next year rolls around for more fun. Luckily, the timing of T-Ball season couldn’t be better, as our weather heats up, making it tough…
GiGi’s Playhouse National has just launched an exciting contest inviting submissions of personal stories about the significance of Down Syndrome. The prize includes both cash and a donation to your local GiGi’s Playhouse chapter – an opportunity too good to miss! While the winner has yet to be revealed, I couldn’t resist the chance to…
Another Saturday means another afternoon of T-Ball excitement for Kay! As the eight-week season progresses, I can’t help but feel a twinge of sadness at the thought of it coming to an end. But seeing Kay’s infectious smile, hearing her laughter, and witnessing her sheer joy on the field reaffirms that signing her up was…
