I like to talk – and not just to myself and my dog, but sometimes to other humans too. Want me to speak and/or make some balloon animals at your upcoming event? Click here ...

Three of the humans in our house like Disneyland a lot. One of the humans in our house loves Disneyland. A little too much maybe. With so many disadvantages to having a child with a disability, it's worth reflecting on the unexpected advantages. Advantage #1: You're allowed to approach Chewbacca and no one stops you. I may have given Aaron a little push in his direction. Aaron may not yet have words, but I have reason to suspect that he speaks Wookie. And, yes, I do walk around with that look on my face most of the day at Disneyland. With the exception of right after Space Mountain, when I'm throwing up. But, I still go on it. Sometimes I'm an awesome mom, but an awful grown up. Chewbacca approves. 

Don't entirely trust me yet? I get that. Here are some folks who do ... 

Canine Companions 

- May 2021: Heritage Society Event, featured opening & closing speaker 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLuAVPKA91A  (video begins at 10m30s) 

- October 2021: Sit, Stay, Sparkle gala, keynote speaker in person

Undiagnosed Diseases Network 

- Spring 2020: Featured conference speaker ... well, sort of, because Spring 2020 happened, and then, well nothing happened, so there's that ... but I had a great speech prepared ... 

Supported Life Institute

- October 2019: Conference panelist, speaking in conjunction with the California Department of Developmental Services about the Regional Center Self Determination Program