The times they are a changing. That may not be great English but it speaks to what is going on in our lives. Several of you have asked me recently about Chris’s brother, Carlton, and how he is doing. I have not shared a lot Continue reading →
And the Winner Is – Lucas Warren – Gerber Baby
There is nothing like a picture of a baby, is there? Especially a smiling and laughing baby. I had The Today Show on as I was getting ready on Wednesday morning and heard that they were going to announce the 2018 Gerber Baby so of Continue reading →
Operation Send A Card
I love sending cards and letters and I love receiving cards and letters. I got to thinking this past week and that might be a dangerous thing. What I was thinking was about my sweet brother in law Carlton and how much his life has Continue reading →
Crossroads
We are at a crossroads of sorts. Developmental Disabilities. Down Syndrome. Alzheimer’s Disease. All three of these things describe my brother in law, Carlton, whom I have written about before here on It’s Just Life. I have only written about him here because I love Continue reading →
Time Brings Changes
Our Carlton is a man with a lot of hidden wisdom. Today I re-share one of his wittier moments. Continue reading →
Come on –Get Happy
A Happy song today to get your day started! Continue reading →
He Had Fun Despite the Snack Deficit
Our trip to Minneapolis with Carlton had its ups and downs but mostly ups! Continue reading →
An Attitude of Gratitude
Thankfulness and an attitude of gratitude are cornerstones of a fruitful and productive life. I am grateful and get more grateful every day. Continue reading →
A Special Day for a Special Guy
Today is a special day! It is World Down Syndrome Day 2013 and today I celebrate my brother in law, Carlton! Carlton is such a joy to our family and over the past several years, especially, I have shared on my blog many things Continue reading →
Candy Wrappers, Napkins and Banana Peels
Life with an adult with Down Syndrome is interesting. I always thought I knew my brother in law, Carlton, but until I actually lived with him for 6 months I did not have a clue. Not that I got it all figured out after 6 Continue reading →