A space for the stories, insights, and lived moments that shape my life and my work. Here I share the pieces that don’t always make it into a book — quiet observations, personal essays, family threads, and the lessons gathered along the way. This is where my journey continues, one reflection at a time.
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Defying Disability: Listen Here First
Listen to the full audiobook introduction to Defying Disability: One Couple’s Journey of Fierce Love and Unwavering Faith and step into the story with me.
My ABBA-Tour Adventure - Part 2
Having the time of my life despite the detours and plot twists.
My ABBA-Tour Adventure - Part 1
ABBA’s music wasn’t just the soundtrack of my youth — it became the catalyst for an entire European adventure.
The image shows the ABBA songbook from my teen years, which I still enjoy playing today.
In the Shade of the Crepe Myrtle
I stood under the shade of that crepe myrtle in the 100+ degree heat north of Dallas, Texas, as the family buried Sheila near her nephew. It was a touching, full-circle moment.
How I Wrote Defying Disability
I felt like I was weaving together strands of information from multiple skeins of yarn.
Why I Wrote Defying Disability
Some people have the privilege of living close to their relatives while growing up. I did not.