Navigating Life's Detours
Finding the right path for a teen with special needs
Month: August 2014
The J.P. Story: Waiting game begins
Dad’s note: In honor of J.P.’s 12th birthday, I’m writing “The J.P. Story,” which looks back at our journey through birth and now approaching teen-hood. I hope you enjoy. The second chapter looks at life before the trip to the delivery room. To read… Continue Reading “The J.P. Story: Waiting game begins”
The J.P. Story: Uncertainty before birth
Dad’s note: In honor of J.P.’s 12th birthday, I’m beginning “The J.P. Story,” which looks back at our journey through birth and now approaching teen-hood. I hope you enjoy. The first chapter looks at life before the trip to the delivery room. It came… Continue Reading “The J.P. Story: Uncertainty before birth”
Walkin’ ‘n Rollin’ to support Canine Companions
To say that the addition of a service dog has changed the lives of J.P., Paige and I would be an understatement. Earlier this week, Paige said she was at first hesitant about getting one but now wishes she had done it years ago.… Continue Reading “Walkin’ ‘n Rollin’ to support Canine Companions”
It’s International Assistance Dog Week
I feel kind of old tonight. Why, you ask? It’s because there’s a new group of families at Canine Companions for Independence in Orlando this week being matched with assistance dogs. The timing is impeccable as the group kicked off training as International Assistance… Continue Reading “It’s International Assistance Dog Week”
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