by Jolene | Feb 14, 2024 | Different Dream, Holidays, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Support
A Valentine’s Day love story, if present day culture is to be believed, is all about candlelit dinners, chocolates, diamonds, and declarations of undying devotion. This Valentine’s Day love story is about loving a little boy who lives with anxiety, ADHD, and...
by Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick | Dec 20, 2023 | Different Dream, Encouragement, Holidays, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Support, Uncategorized
An unexpected Christmas gift was given to guest blogger Sandy Ramsey-Trayvick and her family more than 2 decades ago. Today she shares her reaction to the gift shortly after it was given and how she views it now. My son Myles got sick on December 10, 1999. My family...
by Kristin Faith Evans | Dec 13, 2023 | Different Dream, Holidays, Special Needs Parenting
Creating unique, disability-friendly traditions may feel like one more task to add to your holiday to do list. These ideas from guest blogger Kristin are anything but one more thing. In fact, her ideas will simplify some of what you’re already doing and give you...
by Mark Arnold | Nov 1, 2023 | Different Dream, Holidays, How-Tos, Special Needs Parenting
Making an autumn sensory fidget box is easier than it may sound. Guest blogger Mark Arnold is here with ideas, pictures, and step-by-step guidance to help you and your kids create a delightful activity for this beautiful season of the year. Autumn is a fabulous time...
by Lisa Pelissier | Jul 26, 2023 | Different Dream, Holidays, How-Tos, Special Needs Parenting
The invasion of the Red Dye 40 brain snatchers wreaked havoc at Lisa Pelissier’s house not too long ago. In this post, written after she snatched her brain back, she shares how artificial dyes can affect children with certain disabilities and special needs. She also...
by Mark Arnold | Jun 21, 2023 | Different Dream, Holidays, Special Needs Parenting
What does it look like for a child or adult with a disability or special need? Guest blogger Mark Arnold answers that question today in this story about how he and his family created a happy birthday for their son, Mark. He hopes it will spur on families who want to...
