Happy Holidays 2025

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Hello Everyone,

It has been a whirlwind year in 2025. Still, we are thankful for the little things this year has brought, such as opportunities to grow and mature, especially with our youngest finding a program that meets his life skills and community engagement needs. He seems more rested and prouder of all the things that he can do versus the things that he cannot. There are still those late nights when he is unsure of life and what will happen tomorrow, but we can continue to advocate for him so that he always has a soft place to land on his feet. We, as parents, are trying to navigate this new, worldwide landscape of change, fear, and uncertainty, but have learned to take it one step, moment, and second at a time.

I am almost done with my master's degree in psychology and will hopefully complete my classes in the spring or summer of 2026. It has definitely not been easy, but it has been worth every late night, early morning, and midday of most weeks to type up a paper, study for an exam, or turn in my assignments on time. Also, my oldest and I will probably graduate around the same time, so that is really exciting.

So, for now, I hope that you all continue to take care of each other, mind your mental health and well-being, and have a safe holiday season and a happy new year with your loved ones. Until next time. See you soon.

Happy Holidays,

~Mom Advocate and Family

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