The R-word is the word 'retard(ed)'. Why does it hurt? The R-word hurts because it is exclusive. It's offensive. It's derogatory. Our campaign asks people to pledge to stop saying the R-word as a starting point toward creating more accepting attitudes and communities for all people. Language affects attitudes and attitudes affect actions. Pledge today… Continue reading Spread The Word To End The Word
Category: Family
Happy Valentine’s Day!
I got a little crafty this year for Valentine's Day :) I found this cute conversation heart printable at Studio DIY. There are a lot of fun tutorials and DIY downloads here. Be sure to check it out! I've been wanting to try incorporating sewing and paper for a while. When I saw this post,… Continue reading Happy Valentine’s Day!
Spread the Word to End the Word
Taken from the website: "Spread the Word to End the Word is an on-going effort to raise the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word "retard(ed)" and encourage people to pledge to stop using the R-word. The campaign is intended to get schools, communities and organizations to rally and pledge… Continue reading Spread the Word to End the Word
Charlie’s New Bed
Isn't this bed awesome!?! Nathan's brother and SIL made it for the cats for Christmas. Thank you, Matt and Carrie! Both cats checked it out, but I don't think Kennedy even realized what it was. Charlie, however, thinks it's a pretty nice bed :)
Denver Vacation
Wow! I didn't realize I've been absent from blogging for so long! Things have been crazy at work lately, but I was able to take last week off and spend time with my parents. They arrived on a cold, rainy Saturday, but for the rest of the week we enjoyed beautiful, 70° weather :) Nathan… Continue reading Denver Vacation
