14 Years of Silas: Milestones, Memories, and the Mixed Emotions of Another Birthday

A Different Kind Of Thanksgiving

Whether you’re missing someone you love, adjusting to new medical realities, grateful simply for a year without a hospital stay, or learning to celebrate in a quieter, gentler way — this episode speaks to the heart of it all.

We Made it: Seasons of Rest and Showing Up When We Can

After a few months away, I’m back — and I want to talk about what that pause really meant. In this episode, I open up about the quiet seasons, the ones that don’t look like growth but still hold so much strength. From learning to juggle work and caregiving to navigating an extended hospital stay for Silas’s spinal fusion, this episode is about rediscovering balance, resilience, and grace in the chaos. Whether you’re in a season of burnout, healing, or just hanging on, this is your reminder that showing up when you can is enough.

14 Years of Silas: Milestones, Memories, and the Mixed Emotions of Another Birthday

In this deeply personal episode, I reflect on my son Silas’s 14th birthday—a milestone that, at times, felt out of reach. I open up about what it’s really like to celebrate birthdays when you’re raising a medically complex child—the joy, the grief, the quiet wins, and the invisible weight. From the incredible adventures Silas has had, to the difficult realities we’re currently facing, this episode is for every parent navigating a different kind of childhood. Whether you're celebrating your child’s milestones in unconventional ways or mourning what you hoped would be, I see you. I hope this story brings comfort, connection, and a reminder that you are never alone on this journey.

A Wish Come True- Our Make a Wish Trip

In this episode, I’m sharing a truly unforgettable experience—our family’s Make-A-Wish trip. From the excitement of planning to the challenges of traveling with medical equipment, and the joy of watching our son experience something magical, this trip was so much more than a vacation. I’ll take you behind the scenes of what it’s like to navigate theme parks with accessibility needs, how we chose the wish for our non-verbal child, and the moments that filled our hearts. Whether you’re a caregiver waiting for your own wish trip or just curious about what this journey looks like, I hope our story offers hope, insight, and encouragement.

Graduation Doesn’t Always Look the Same

Graduation season can stir up a mix of emotions for families raising medically complex and special needs children. While the world celebrates with caps, gowns, and grand ceremonies, many of us are honoring milestones that don’t always come with confetti, but are just as meaningful.