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eSpecially Parents: Our Kids

Last month you were introduced to nine women who have remarkable stories to tell about raising a child or children with special needs. Although I know most of these women well, I learned more about their struggles and triumphs through their words.

Comments posted on this site, Facebook and ones I have received privately have been positive. One writer shared that these are stories she had wanted to write, but did not have the forum. In other ways, connections have been made between families and resource information has been shared. I am encouraged that this series is bringing readers and writers together to connect, share and possibly inspire one another.

This month each woman will write about their child or children with special needs - likes, dislikes, joys, difficulties...really anything they see as important to help you better understand their child.

And if you missed the start of the series...catch-up here.

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