Empowered Parent
Kids: Andrew, age 14
Works: Writer, co-owner, Assistive Resources, regular contributor to The Morning Blend
What I like best about being a mom: Showing Andrew the world, teaching him to dream big and watching him grow into a good human being. I still get a thrill from hearing the daily, “I love you Mom.”
Least favorite part of being a mom: Not enough time in the day to “do it all” and watching the years and childhood roll by way too fast!
Famous for: Rolling with it – Raising a child with a disability can be like a roller coaster ride – highs and lows and times when your stomach feels like it's in your chest. During those dips, if I am productive and positive, I know that soon there is another ride to the top.
Go Pink For the Women We Love
By Linda Mulholland
Wednesday, Sep 10 2008, 09:59 AM
Are you overdue for a mammogram? Make that appointment and do not delay. A good friend of mine and fellow "book clubber" was diagnosed with *** cancer several weeks ago. She detected the lump herself and says that "she just knew". She has no family history and she is under 50. This Friday she will have a masectomy.
Gail has a strong spirit and a great "get- it- done and bear- it" attitude. She is the trooper who rallies when she has a head cold or the flu whereas I am apt to head right to bed with my Nyquil and a good magazine at the first sniffle. She has lots of support from family and friends and many of us are already preparing meals for her recovery. I am putting together a home package; soft fuzzy slippers, the first season of Mad Men dvds, peppermint green tea and lots of good books.
If you are a woman or a man who loves a woman- check out her new blog to follow along on her journey and make that mammogram appointment now!
While I am at it - don't forget the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Our book club will all be there to support our friend in her journey. Hope to see you all there!
