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My Motivation
Inspired by the 31for21 Down Syndrome Blog Challenge and happiness-project.com, I began this blog in pursuit of my own happiness while raising my 3 children -- including identical twins with Down syndrome. On these pages, I endeavor to document the bits and pieces of my life that bring me the most happiness and keep me focused on all the positive stuff going on.
Advocacy, Angels and Random Happy Thoughts. These are the threads of happiness that are inextricably woven through the cloth of my life. Staying focused and writing about these things is what keeps me Walking on the Happy Side of Life. I'd love it if you would "Take A Walk on the Happy Side" with me.
Monthly Archives: April 2009
THANKFUL THURSDAY
[1] Boy am I thankful that I’ve never had poison ivy before and that I have a contained “infection” because it’s a real pain in the…. arm — which is where I have it. Must have picked it up with … Continue reading
ANGELS AMONGST US – Volunteer Parent-Members
In a world where most people move at break neck speeds and never stop to smell the roses, let alone help another human being, I sometimes find myself searching the crevices and cracks of my life for a helpful soul … Continue reading
Posted in Angels, appreciation, CPSE, CSE, good deeds, helping others, NY State legislation
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DRIVING DOWN MEMORY LANE
I drive a lot (for a non-commuter)! I log 52+ miles per day during the week just dropping off and picking up the kids from school. Most of that is getting to and from the boys’ school and almost every … Continue reading
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Down Syndrome Awareness – Help With Parent/Child Support Group
I’d like your help. I have some questions for all of you parents out there like me — those with children who happen to be blessed with an extra chromosome. I’ve taken the first few steps toward starting a local … Continue reading
THANKFUL THURSDAY
I’ve said this before but it warrants repeating… Some days are harder than others to be thankful. But, those are the days where being mindful of what I’ve got is the only thing that lifts my overburdened spirits back to … Continue reading
Posted in compassion, faith, happiness, hope, mindfulness, stress, thankfulness
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Earth Worms and Honesty
It’s Earth Day and my tree-hugging daughter and I are going out for lunch. Out, that is, to one of her favorite local nature areas — Hempstead Lake State Park — with a garbage bag and gloves to pick up … Continue reading
ANGELS AMONGST US
This is written without naming names in order to preserve the privacy of the people involved. But, I wanted to tell this story to recognize the Angel at work amongst us: There’s never really a good time to suffer a … Continue reading
Posted in Angels, diagnosis, hospital plane, mini-stroke, TIA, transient ischemic attack
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Nip, Tuck Long Island!
Even in the midst of stress, there can be found humor. For me, laughter is the great remedy. Finding humor in every situation makes me laugh and that makes me a happier person. So, there I am occupying my 3 … Continue reading
THANKFUL THURSDAY – Being Thankful Whenever it Comes
I should either learn to knock harder on wood and/or stop jinxing myself by saying things are good and will be “back to normal” when…. I’m beginning to think that this IS my normal for now. I can accept that … Continue reading
Posted in faith, happiness, hope, mindfulness, obstructive sleep apnea, thankfulness, TIA, weight loss
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