Some thoughts on micro-barriers. “Change does not roll on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle.” (Martin Luther King Jr.) A teacher friend of mine told me this story about waiting in line…
A bathroom meditation. Have you ever just had one of those days where you ask yourself, What just happened? You’re exhausted, but have nothing really tangible to show for your efforts that day. Because...
It’s painful, isn’t it? That moment you realize your child is different. You aren’t ready to admit to anyone—least of all yourself—that something’s not right. You tell yourself, Everyone develops differently. You tell yourself,...
I feel conflicted about “Welcome to Holland.” It’s an essay I’ve been gifted a time or two over the years by well-intentioned organizations. Depending on the day, I love or despise the work. “Welcome...
The Shock Has this ever happened to you? I was going about my normal business—I ran to the grocery store to pick up a few items we were low on, including diaper rash ointment....
