Tag Archives: disabilities

The Year of Questions – Part 1

Posted on August 4, 2011 by elle9132

My employer at the time could not have been more accommodating. Because of Ben’s fragile condition, I was immediately granted eight weeks of maternity leave as opposed to the standard six for mothers who do not undergo a c-section. And … Continue reading →

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The Week At the Hospital – Part 2

Posted on July 31, 2011 by elle9132

Finally the day came.  We were actually going to bring our boy home.  Though we knew there were many challenges ahead, Dennis and I could not have been more excited.  The brand new rear facing car seat was securely fastened … Continue reading →

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Hello World!

Posted on June 9, 2011 by elle9132

It’s my first post and as I explained in my “About Us” page, I will begin this blog summarizing my progression through the book that I am writing about my son Ben; as well as throwing in some current challenges … Continue reading →

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