TRISOMY 18 You may have never heard the term T18 or Trisomy 18, or the formal name of Edward's Syndrome. It is known as a chromosomal abnormality with an extra string on 18, which makes it "incompatible with life," as they say. You may be more familiar with T21 or "Downs … [Read more...] about A Hole in a Mothers Heart- Trisomy 18
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Surviving An Active Shooter
Important to watch this with your kids and discuss. It is the world we, unfortunately, live in, and we need to be prepared and aware. The following film is a reenactment made by the Los Angeles Sheriffs department using … [Read more...] about Surviving An Active Shooter
Missing My Dad
My dad hand painted the saying above the door outside our home in Seal Beach, California Fortuna Fortibus Favet. Translation: Fortune Favors the Bold My dad left this earth on September 8, 2008, and still not a day goes by that I don't think of him. This is my story … [Read more...] about Missing My Dad
How to Survive College Rejection
Today, more than ever before parents are vying for the top spots offered in all of the best colleges. Just because the school is ranked best overall, is it best for your child? WAIT! Hold the presses. Did I just say parents are vying for the top spots? Yes, I did … [Read more...] about How to Survive College Rejection
The Mommy Olympics – Let the School Volunteer Games Begin
August comes and goes in a whirl of time. September arrives and brings the chill in the air, the shorter days, and with it the newest Olympic sport. The Mommy Olympics. The time-honored tradition of mother's vying for the top spot of recognition at their child's school. … [Read more...] about The Mommy Olympics – Let the School Volunteer Games Begin