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Your Chronically Ill Child’s Journey To Acceptance

How my chronically ill son has reached acceptance on his condition. What "acceptance" does and doesn't mean and making the most of each day.

6 Steps to Creating a New Vision for Your Child’s Future… when life changes

Being chronically ill means my son's vision for his life has to change. Here are 6 steps we are taking to address goals, purpose & planning.

The Ultimate Goal

I sometimes wonder why being on a “normal path” is so painstakingly important to some? Before having my son, I had the same thought...

Just Start Somewhere -- Strengthening Your Child’s Chronically Ill Body

When it comes to exercise, children with chronic illness are at a disadvantage and have valid reasons for not wanting to start or even try.

Is It Okay to Say: "Enough?”

How many roads should we try? I've had to face and answer a looming question that repeated in my head: Is it okay to say, "enough" for now?

How to Keep Your Roller Coaster Going... UP

Redefining “normal” and “successful day” is not giving up. It is just one way of maintaining a positive outlook for you and your child.

Why I Blog About "Brewing More Hope"

My parenting journey with a chronically ill child & how I've maintained a strong sense of "hope" - not necessarily for a cure, but