Last night, we had dinner at Texas Roadhouse for a fundraiser organized by GiGi’s Playhouse. 10% of the proceeds from our meal are going right back to support our GiGi’s Playhouse! Kay absolutely loves Texas Roadhouse—the lively energy, the constant music, and, of course, the dancing make it such a fun experience. Going out…
On Friday, Kay’s school hosted another family engagement event for the Pre-K kids—a Pre-K Matinee! We watched several Disney short films, and the kids got to demonstrate what they’ve been learning about movie etiquette, exchanging money for tickets, and buying concessions. While movie manners might still need a little work (especially for Kay—hah!), it was…
On Sunday, Kay, my mom, her friend, and I spent the morning at our favorite inclusive coffee shop, Dig It Coffee! It was such a treat to hang out together in such a welcoming space. Kay enjoyed an adorable and delicious heart-shaped grilled cheese with a side of chips. I opted for avocado toast topped…
Kay and I had a fantastic Saturday at Leaps and Bounds at GiGi’s Playhouse! This week’s theme was all about winter, and Kay had a blast crafting her own snowman. She filled it with fluffy cotton balls, added googly eyes, and finished it off with some fun accessories. The activity wrapped up with a movement…
Kay and I recently attended a new program at GiGi’s Playhouse called Art Explosion! Walking in, I had no idea what to expect—but I was fully prepared for Kay to be covered in paint by the end of it. I’ll admit, I sometimes struggle with letting Kay fully explore activities that get messy. But I…
On Wednesday evening, Kay and I headed to GiGi’s Playhouse for Music Makers! Since this program falls right around Kay’s bedtime routine, we don’t always get to attend, but when we do, it’s always a blast! Kay absolutely loves exploring different instruments and singing along to the songs. That night, the kids danced, created…
Kay returned to her weekly therapy sessions this week. After a two-week break from both school and therapy, she was excited but a little hesitant about participating. Thankfully, her therapists are wonderful at engaging her, using creative redirection to make the sessions fun and turn her mood around. Kay typically receives physical therapy, occupational…
Kay was so excited to return to school this week after winter break, eager to see her friends and jump back into her routine! Unfortunately, she’s still dealing with lingering side effects from an ear infection, which has her bouncing between her usual happy self and moments of discomfort. Between this illness and managing diabetes,…
This season of colds and sickness has been making its rounds through our city, affecting friends, family, and the entire community. It feels like everywhere I turn; someone is sick. Over a month ago, Kay and our family battled the norovirus, and just when we thought we were in the clear, she started feeling under…
Over the weekend, we celebrated Kay’s 4th birthday with friends at our local GiGi’s Playhouse! A few months ago, when I started planning her party, I realized we didn’t have enough space at home to host everyone comfortably. That’s when I learned that GiGi’s Playhouse offers families the opportunity to hold birthday parties there—a perfect…
