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My Kids Made Me Braver
My kids have shown me how the right outlook and a little encouragement can achieve all manner of things someone more closed off might deem impossible.
Being Brave For My Son With Down Syndrome
I used to think that bravery was not for me. I’m not a risk taker. I don’t like the unknown. I need details. I like to work within boundaries and thrive in predictable situations. I love the idea of being brave, but I don’t want to find myself in a situation where I actually have to be.