On Friday Kay, Maeve, my mom, and I met up with my dad at his union hall to thank the members before their meeting began. We wanted to let them know how much their generosity has meant to us. Their contributions not only helped us reach our goal to bring Maeve into our family, but…
This week, Kay had her six-month ENT checkup. Normally, these visits are pretty straightforward: she sees her audiologist first, then the ENT reviews any updates and follows up. Since both offices share the same suite, it is usually a smooth process. But this time, things did not go as planned. Kay’s insurance had not approved…
Kay, Maeve, and I recently took our very first trip to Reno, Nevada, with my boyfriend, Tyler, to visit his family for a few days. It was full of “firsts” for us: our first trip all together, our first trip since Kay’s diabetes diagnosis, and our very first adventure traveling with Maeve. Preparing for everything…
Over the weekend I took Kay to Music Makers at GiGi’s Playhouse. It had been a while since we were able to attend this program, and Kay always has such a great time. This time we even brought Maeve along for her very first experience. It can be quite the task to help Maeve settle…
One of the best parts about receiving Maeve from a local organization is how easy it is to get follow-up assistance when I need it. Her trainer has been wonderful and always encourages me to reach out with any questions or concerns. Maeve is still just a puppy at only eight months old, and while…
Last week my mom and I had the wonderful opportunity to attend the annual GiGi’s Playhouse Las Vegas gala. This event is always such a magical evening that brings out every emotion, and it is deeply meaningful to me. I never take the chance to attend for granted. The gala gathers people from all over…
Because of Kay’s hearing loss in both ears, she receives a few extra services through the school district. These services are meant to support her learning and ensure she can hear her teacher as clearly as possible. As part of this, she has a hearing test with the district once a year in addition to…
Kay and I decided it was finally time to take Maeve to Dig It Coffee! This is one of my favorite inclusive coffee shops, filled with good vibes, creative drinks, and delicious food. I’ve mentioned Dig It before and the wonderful impact it has had on me and many families in our community, but I…
Over the last few months, I have noticed changes in Kay’s overall behavior. At first, I assumed it was related to her diabetes since blood sugar fluctuations can affect mood. That still might play a role, but it became clear there was more to it than that. I found myself researching and trying to figure…
On Saturday, Maeve joined Kay and me at my hair appointment. She did such a great job settling and being patient the entire time. I am so thankful to have a hairstylist we have known for years who not only welcomes Kay but now Maeve as well. Solo parenting can definitely come with its challenges,…
