Aug 16, 2010 Posted by Jolene

Hot Button Phrases: Parent Responses, Part 1

About a month ago, I posted a blog entry asking parents of kids with special needs to share their “hot button phrases.” You know, the things people say that turn you into a mama (or papa) bear because you know how words can hurt. Well, several parents responded with candor and grace. They shared some eye openers which I’ll be sharing in a series of posts this week. Chances are,... read more

Jul 16, 2010 Posted by Jolene

More Book Research: What Are Your Hot Button Phrases?

Today, let’s talk about hot button phrases. You know what I mean. Phrases that don’t accurately describe your child’s situation. Phrases that emphasize a child’s condition above the child. Phrases that wound you and may someday wound your little one. Special Needs Child or Child with Special Needs Not too long ago, the mom of three beautiful daughters agreed to look over the... read more

Jun 11, 2010 Posted by Jolene

Wanna Be Interviewed for My New Book?

Good news! I just signed a contract with Discovery House Publishers for a new book. This one is tentatively called Different Dream Parenting: Raising a Child with Special Needs. It will be a companion book to A Different Dream for My Child, providing guidance and resources for parents. The deadline for the manuscript to arrive at DHP is April 1, 2011 which is good. This book will require a great deal of... read more

Nov 23, 2009 Posted by Jolene

Breaking Down Walls of Isolation

One overriding memory drove the writing of A Different Dream for My Child. Every time I thought about our weeks and months in the hospital with Allen, the sense of isolation and confusion that overwhelmed us in 1982 came rushing back. Thank You, Google Alerts So when the opportunity arose to write this book and break down the walls of isolation around other families, I was overjoyed. But writing a book... read more

Sep 29, 2009 Posted by Jolene

Which Different Dream Chapters Does Deb Bailey Like?

Which Different Dream meditations captured the attention of Power Women Magazine host Deb Bailey? Click on Deb Bailey Interview to find out. If you like what you hear, visit the Power Women Magazine website and see what else you can... read more