Tag Archives: Special Education

Ben’s first grade year

Ben’s first grade year at Elmont Elementary was one great strides physically.  He continued to get stronger and with the help of AFO (Ankle Foot Orthotic) braces he was able to stand and walk without the use of his walker.  Ben … Continue reading

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Growing Stronger and More Independent

Ben’s partial year at Henry Clay Elementary was a very special time.  At the age of six, he was just beginning to build his strength enough to stand unassisted and we knew that it was just a matter of time before … Continue reading

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Planning Our Estates

The other day I was sitting in our local Arc meeting and the conversation turned to a topic that concerns many of us who are caring for a son or daughter with special needs; especially those of us who have … Continue reading

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Regrets for a Path Not Taken

Looking back at this time when we first returned to Richmond, I must say that we had a rare opportunity to “reset” and take a different path with our family.  We had just sold our house and were still in … Continue reading

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Our Final Goodbye to Charleston

By February, I found full-time employment and as things thawed out a sense of normalcy returned to our lives.  When Dennis and I weren’t working we spent time driving around the county in search of our new home.  We soon … Continue reading

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