You Never Know Unless You Try!

I just got off the phone with my second eldest brother, who brought up a good point. He suggested that I write a book (not a blog) about my experiences in the field/world of developmental disabilities. I think it's time I did.

My perspective would likely be different than 99% of the other books on the same topic. Why? Because I am different in the way I see the whole thing than 99% of the people I know! I'm not better than them, but I've never been on the same team as them.

There are enough folks who look for adoration and accolades in their writings about disability. I want to tell the truth! How will this effect my putting time into this blog? I don't know. I guess we'll have to see...

Overcoming Labels

I LOVE this kind of story! I think it has something to do with the work I do. I'm sure this blog never would have come to be if it wasn't for people like Jon Stoklosa. He might be considered by some to be an "underdog" in life. Let me tell you... he's anything but!

Sure, he has a label, but he is so much more than any label! To watch the video, click on the arrow at the bottom.

 

State of the Union- Labor day 2013

My wife and I were talking yesterday about what's going on in the world and America right now. The truth is that no matter how you see things, we're undeniably in some turbulent times. We decided to create a video that would reflect what's going on, both positive and negative. This is our finished product with a sound track by Blood Sweat and Tears...