Learning to Do Small Things With Great Love
Hello there! We recently sprung forward with daylight saving time in my corner of the world, and I love having an extra hour of sunlight each evening. Spring is in the air, and I hope you are able to…
Hope from Home — Katie Griffith
Katie, who lives in Alabama, is a wife and mother of three. Life changed suddenly in 2018 when her oldest son, Noah, was diagnosed with FA just months after she and her husband adopted their youngest child from foster care. Previously a nurse, Katie now spends her days meeting the needs of her children and advocating for their well-being. Some of her favorite things are the enneagram, deal finding, and long baths at the end of tough days. Katie’s goal is to offer glimpses of hope in the midst of daily life as a caregiver.
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Growth Takes Time, So Don’t Lose Hope
Hello there! This time of year, the weather can be very unpredictable. I always associate spring with signs of new life sprouting up all around, but tend to forget it takes rain to make things grow. As the saying…
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Learning When to Speak Up and When to Be Silent
Hello there! It was one year ago this month that I wrote my first column for Friedreich’s Ataxia News. I’m so thankful that I’ve been given this opportunity to share my thoughts and feelings as a caregiver. Thank…
When Trauma Happens, Learn to Look for the Light
Happy January! I hope you have been enjoying 2022 so far. A new year can often feel like a fresh start, providing a renewed sense of hope and courage. Even if you are feeling overwhelmed by the darkness right…
As a Caregiver, My Christmas Wish List Looks a Little Different Now
Season’s greetings! In the midst of this busy holiday season, I am extra thankful that you are spending a few moments here. I hope that you can find some time to slow down and do something that is life-giving…
A Shift in Perspective Can Change Everything
Hello and happy holidays! Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and this time of year can be so hectic that it’s often over before we have time to process it. I hope you are able to carve out a few moments…
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