Category: Inclusion
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Microaggressions
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Sienna stands on the steps at our swim club, making her happy noises. She wades in and out of the water, giggling and splashing gently. I sit on the steps watching her. The steps are not only a destination for the kids, but also the older adults. This is the…
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Breaking Mom: Our Journey to Find a Path for Kindergarten
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The following post has been a year in the making. It doesn’t feel right calling it a blog post, because it’s so much more. It’s my tribute to Sienna’s kindergarten experience, and the year that almost broke me. Whenever I encountered an acquaintance this year, and they uttered those dreaded…
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The Kindergarten Predicament
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This World Down Syndrome Day, I wanted to visually share the challenges we have faced navigating Kindgerten, in spite of the fact that this very capable little girl is ready to learn and soar. Look for an in depth blog post coming soon. You can help by calling your senators…