The director at our local YMCA forwarded me information about a Miracle League Field being built at a YMCA just 15 minutes from our house. I was not familiar with the program, but after reading the information and viewing the YouTube Videos from Long Island, Michigan and San Diego, I cleared the tears away and signed us up to receive information. It looks like a great program for all families - whether as a team member, buddy, coach or volunteer. Here are some of the resources I found: General Miracle League Official Website History of Miracle League Videos Long Island, NY Miracle League - Video Tiger Weekly, Michigan - Video San Diego - Video - This is the most touching one and I offer a "tear-jerker warning" Charlotte, NC Charlotte, NC Miracle League - They want 40 team members for the opening game - I am hoping Ben will be one of them! Charlotte Observer Article If baseball is your thing, check out if they have a program near you - there are 250 intern
These stories describe our journey with Ben, our oldest son. Ben is a sweet and energetic redhead, born with Rett Syndrome, a rare genetic mutation. My husband, Ryan, and I try to keep up with Ben and his two younger brothers. I intend to shed insight into raising a child with disabilities and pass on the wisdom we’ve earned over the past two decades.