by Erin Croyle | Aug 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
The 10th birthday is a milestone for any child. Double digits. Officially a tween. Not a little kid, but certainly not a teenager. It’s also a momentous occasion for their parents. A time to reflect and rejoice. For most parents 10 means that more time has...
by Erin Croyle | Mar 7, 2018 | Advocacy, Parents, YOU
Retard. Retarded. Libtard. Fill-in-the-blank-tard. ‘Tard. The word and any derivation of it is painful. It is hate speech. Yet we hear it everywhere. Kids say it. Doctors say it. Politicians say it. Comedians staunchly defend their right to use it. Random strangers at...
by Erin Croyle | Nov 22, 2017 | BABY, Finding Balance, Home Life, Individuals, New Mom/Dad, Parents, YOU
Thanksgiving can be tough. We’re supposed to reflect on what we are thankful for, yet some years are so difficult we are lucky to even find time to celebrate. This year I decided to dig deeper than the obvious shining stars we typically express gratitude for. The...
by Erin Croyle | Aug 4, 2016 | Advocacy, Extended Family, Friends and Acquaintances, Grandparents, In-laws, Individuals, Parents, RELATIONSHIPS, Self-Advocacy, Uncategorized, YOU
I am constantly amazed at how it is still OK to be openly prejudiced against people with disabilities. Racists typically hide their racism or are called out on it immediately. Homophobia is no longer tolerated. But bigotry towards the disability community gets a pass....
by Erin Croyle | Mar 14, 2016 | Advocacy, Parents, Self-Advocacy, Uncategorized, YOU
Have you ever really thought about the seemingly simple and positive term “self-advocate”? I first felt discomfort over it a few years ago at an awards dinner. A renowned national organization was handing out “Advocate of the Year” and “Self-Advocate of the Year”...
