Navigating Life's Detours
Finding the right path for a teen with special needs
Category: Medical
The J.P. Story: Salty problem
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 fourth chapter looks at J.P.’s first full day in the hospital and our introduction… Continue Reading “The J.P. Story: Salty problem”
The J.P. Story: Joyous birth
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 third chapter looks at the birth of what many called our miracle baby. To… Continue Reading “The J.P. Story: Joyous birth”
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”
Praying for healing
I’m not sure what to title this post, so I’m going to write it first and see what comes to mind. I am very lucky to be surrounded by some amazing people in my life. I hold them in high regard and thank them… Continue Reading “Praying for healing”
Friday Fun: He’s an inspiration
I ran across this story while working this week, and I was amazed. Craig James, 13, of New Orleans, was born with cerebral palsy, but he hasn’t let that get him down. James also has an amazing talent for singing. He’s been doing it… Continue Reading “Friday Fun: He’s an inspiration”
J.P.’s new wheels
I was recently waiting for my 2010 Honda Civic to be serviced when I was approached by a sales manager and told that the dealership was very interested in obtaining cars like mine. The sales manager said the news 2014 Honda Civics had many… Continue Reading “J.P.’s new wheels”
Friday Fun: Start your engines
It’s the beginning of the Memorial Day holiday weekend, and from the looks of Interstate 4, many people are already heading out of town. For me, it will be three days of work after taking off so much time for Canine Companions for Independence… Continue Reading “Friday Fun: Start your engines”
Shaking off the cobwebs
I was thankful J.P. got a good night’s sleep. It was nice to wake up feeling refreshed Thursday, and I’ve noticed that since J.P. has been home from the hospital, Karina doesn’t whine in her crate before I’m ready to wake up. However, I… Continue Reading “Shaking off the cobwebs”
Diaper trouble prompts change in plans
Believe it or not, J.P. was back at the hospital Wednesday after going 20 hours without a wet diaper. I’ve learned from my many hospital stays that you can tell nurses about many issues with a child, but nothing seems to be taken as… Continue Reading “Diaper trouble prompts change in plans”
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