A few months ago, I wrote a post about using People First language. Sometimes this is seen as being nit-picky or too politically correct. You’re entitled to your opinion, of course, as I am entitled to mine. But here’s the thing – there’s a reason this stuff matters. It’s not about being politically correct, it’s […]
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Baha’i Faith: Day 14
While I am training to learn more about advocating at the legislative level, there is something I think is even more important when it comes to advocacy. I firmly believe that laws are helpful, but heart change is what it takes to make a lasting impact. And wouldn’t you know it – the faith agrees […]
What Can You Do?
A very dear friend of mine had an interesting interaction at work. She has a framed picture of our two kiddos on her desk and someone came around to ask her about it. That person said it was sad Rowenna has Down syndrome, and my friend told her that it isn’t sad, Rowenna is great. […]
Something New
I’m starting a second blog. I’ve been thinking about doing this for a while, but it wasn’t until I finished my first training session for Partners in Policymaking that I decided to go forward. So, I want to share a short story about what lit my fire for legislative advocacy, and then call it a […]
That Mom
I found out last week that I’ve been selected for Wisconsin’s Partners in Policymaking program. (a little info here) It’s a 6-month training program to help people with developmental disabilities or family members of people with developmental disabilities be effective communicators and advocates at the legislative level. Graduates of this program have gone on to […]
Think There’s No Problem?
One of the more…interesting things I’ve come to realize over the last 13 months is there are some people in the world with some…unique views. I have heard and read people defending the use of the word “retard” and all its various forms. The special needs community is being “too sensitive” when we ask people […]
A Hard Truth
Something happened last night that I just can’t quite shake. Actually, two somethings happened. I’ve said on several occasions that I don’t want my blog to be political, so I’ll keep this first thing short. We went to a state budget hearing hosted by our representatives and I gave a testimony about the importance of […]
