The ones who see me at my worst and still choose me at my best—and every in-between. That kind of love is a gift. 🤍 #gratefulheart #realrelationships #unconditionallove #everyseason #messyandbeautiful

Last check—come take a look at the Hampton Inn in Athens, Tennessee. If you’re looking for an affordable place to stay while exploring the Smoky Mountains, this is a great option. Conveniently located with an easy drive to Gatlinburg, Dollywood, and Pigeon Forge, it’s the perfect home base for your

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites truly surprised me in the best way. From the moment I walked in, the hotel felt open, warm, and incredibly welcoming. I was honestly shocked by how upscale and high-class everything felt—right here in the heart of East Tennessee near the Smoky Mountains. The lo

Some days the hardest part of being a special needs mom isn’t the appointments, therapies, or paperwork… it’s the loneliness no one talks about. Feeling unseen while carrying so much can be heavy. If you’ve ever felt isolated on this journey, please know you are not alone. There are moms carryin

Having a child with special needs changed everything… in the best way. Not because it’s easy. Not because every day feels light. But because it reshaped what matters. It taught me to celebrate the small wins, to slow down, to see joy in places I used to rush past. It showed me a deep

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This is so encouraging to see. When institutions invest in disability inclusion, it matters. But when that investment is centered around faith and the Church? That’s powerful. Because the goal was never just access— it’s belonging. And I truly believe God is raising up leaders, resources

Psalm Coffee & Community in Chattanooga was such a gift 🤍 The owner was incredibly kind, the coffee was perfect (and I’m picky ☕️), and the whole atmosphere just felt peaceful and welcoming. If you’re local to Chattanooga, this is your spot for a cozy coffee date, quiet work time, or a meaningf

It’s so encouraging to see universities taking Autism Acceptance Month seriously—not just in words, but in action. What stands out most? Student-led clubs. Because real change doesn’t happen from the top down… it happens peer to peer. That’s where understanding grows. That’s where belonging

Hazel’s gift is joy. Not loud, not complicated—just pure, steady, simple joy. And honestly… that kind of joy is a gift to everyone around her. #SimpleJoy #InclusionMatters #nkh #SpecialNeedsMom #SeeTheAbility

I’m wearing this hat as a reminder—to myself and to the world— my kids are brave, not broken. A diagnosis doesn’t define their worth. A disability doesn’t diminish their purpose. Whether intellectual or physical… they were created on purpose, with purpose. And I believe God is using the

Here’s the truth I keep coming back to—God will win. Every single time. Even the things the enemy meant to break you… when you lay them down and say, “God, Your way—not mine,” He starts to move in ways you never could have planned. I’ve seen it. I’m living it. We’re raising two kids with

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My children aren’t broken—your understanding is. The world is quick to label, to measure, to compare… but my children were never meant to fit inside those limits. They were created with purpose. With value. With stories that don’t need fixing—only seeing. Maybe the problem was never our

I didn’t plan to become an advocate. I didn’t plan to fight systems or step into rooms and push for change. But when your child needs the world to be better… you don’t get to stay quiet. The past few days—being in schools, watching kids lean in, seeing inclusion click, and witnessing the nex

I didn’t plan to become an advocate. I didn’t plan to fight systems, sit in meetings, or push for change. But when you’re given a child who needs the world to be better… you don’t get to stay quiet. Maybe this wasn’t random. Maybe this is purpose. #f #faithbased s #specialneedsmom p #pu

More and more, it’s not the system leading the change—it’s parents. Families are stepping into rooms they were never meant to have to fight in… pushing for laws, accountability, and basic rights for their kids. What’s happening in states like Colorado isn’t just a local story—it’s a glimpse into

I’ve never seen a book like this before—and that’s exactly what makes the Hazelnut book series different. Each book includes a dedicated page designed to spark meaningful conversations with kids. We believe children should feel safe asking questions about kids impacted by disabilities—and be enc

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After three assemblies in one school—kindergarten through eighth grade—I walked away saying over and over, that was impactful. That’s the thing about live events… they’re never the same twice. It shifts with the audience, the energy, the way everything aligns that day. And yesterday—everything j