DacsMommy, Special Needs I will remember that i am more than “just” a special needs Mother. I will appreciate the dark circles under my eyes from lack of sleep. I will do something just for myself and not feel guilty. I will forgive the person that stared rudely at my child. I will not worry about the future and things i can not control. I will take my anger and redirect it into something positive. I will not be discouraged or emotional. I will eat ice cream straight out of t

Someone once said to me: “You sure have a burden on you.” At the time I did not think to correct the person. I simply walked away not knowing what to say but feeling uncomfortable. I know that people feel sorry for disabled or mentally challenged individuals. I have heard so many comments over the years but never a, “You are so lucky!” Well, I will tell you something… if a burden lies, it is not on my shoulders. It is not mine to carry. It is ‘Dac’s.’She is the one burdened

First let me say this is no way to impugn what our TS dads do. They are awesome. The Father’s of TS children (many single parents) do...