We are Human BEINGS, not human Doings!
October 20, 2007 by Karen 
This past week we were privileged to be sent on a Dream Trip to Disneyland by the Dream Foundation (like Make-A-Wish for grown ups). There were so many moments I will always cherish: Watching Zaiden’s face as she took in a “Real Live Castle” and recognizing music from her favorite films; Hearing her laugh as the three of us were lifted above the earth in a giant purple Dumbo and having her say “Again!!” after three trips to the Teacups; Even her reenacting the fear brought on by Mr. Toads Wild Ride brings me a special kind of joy. Read more
Herein Lies the Oak
October 5, 2007 by Karen 
I am a huge believer in how far a positive outlook can get you. And I do spend most of my time now living the way I project here on this site: As though every day is magical and creating joy. At least, I try. But that is not to say that what I am going through is not HARD and does not SUCK. It is and it does. And not just for me, but for my family- And trust me, we definitely do our share of whining and crying about it all! But we remind each other that today is all we have. Read more


