Colorful Journey of Hope

Accessible Mindset

February 21, 2019 - No Comments

Do you consider yourself pretty accessibly minded? Are you conscience of those in your group and how they can access things? Are you constantly thinking of how your child will get around or perhaps “function” in out of the home environments? For those of us with special need kiddos, these are our constant worries. We want our children to be able to be among their peers and have the same…

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Camp CPals

May 16, 2017 by colorfuljourneyofhope@gmail.com 2 Comments

The weather was great. The kids were energized, and the activities were planned. It was time for Camp CPals. "Camp CPals at Camp For All is an overnight weekend camp where campers of all ages and abilities gain self-confidence, independence, learn new skills and build relationships with others who share their challenges in a safe and fun environment. Individuals learn what they CAN do – not what they cannot." This year was the 2nd annual event that included about 16 families. If you're not familiar … [Read more]

Fun Run

April 24, 2017 by colorfuljourneyofhope@gmail.com Leave a Comment

It was hot and no shade...the kids were energized and excited to be out of their daily routine. It was the schools annual Boosterthon Fun Run! Each year Linden's school hosts a fun run to raise money for teacher grants. Linden raised over $300 in donations and pledges this year and we couldn't be more proud. Really it started with me reaching out to family and friends that we knew asking for donations. For each donation and pledge made in Linden's name, it pushed him to do more laps. I had anticipated him completing 30 but he out did my … [Read more]

Easter Weekend

April 18, 2017 by colorfuljourneyofhope@gmail.com 2 Comments

Linden's Easter weekend didn't start off too great. He was so excited for the special weekend filled with egg hunts, Mr Easter Bunny himself and friends. I think his favorite part was that Daddy was off both Saturday and Sunday. In the firefighter world that only comes around every three weeks. I count the days till we get him all weekend. Linden woke early Saturday at 7 am asking for food and saying he was hungry. What a random thing to wake for. To my memory at that time, I couldn't remember him ever doing this. I got him a snack and … [Read more]

Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day

March 25, 2017 by colorfuljourneyofhope@gmail.com Leave a Comment

Today is the official day we promote awareness of Cerebral Palsy (CP). Really in my eyes, it's promoted everyday but today is our special day that gives us families the opportunity to educate others. Of course, this day holds a special place in my heart as today Linden gets to showcase just how amazing he is and how far he has come. Today is HIS day! Did you know? Cerebral Palsy is an array of disorders of the developing brain that affect the bodies movement, posture and muscle coordination. Cerebral Palsy is caused by damage to one or … [Read more]

The group that changed my perspective…

March 8, 2017 by colorfuljourneyofhope@gmail.com Leave a Comment

More often than not, I hear how schools are doing a disservice to our special needs kids.... More often than not, I hear how we should be ashamed of our educators and the decisions they are making on behalf of our kids.... More often than not, I hear that the Special Education system is failing our future generation.... I want it to be known that my topic tonight is not to point out groups, teachers or those that have spoken negatively about Special Education. More so, this is a perspective piece that divulges into my own mind and … [Read more]

Answered Insurance Prayers

February 26, 2017 by colorfuljourneyofhope@gmail.com Leave a Comment

From the moment Linden was diagnosed at 10 months old, we have struggled financially to provide everything for him. Since then he has had constant therapies and doctor visits. His immune system isn't as strong as some kiddos so he gets sick quite frequently which brings us to his regular doctor often. He also has 10+ specialists he sees throughout the year several times each year. We have private insurance through my work and honestly it's quite decent compared to others. Linden's deductible is $2000 each year, which we reach that pretty early … [Read more]