Some Thoughts on Luck (And Other Stuff)
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Posted on March 12, 2015 by

As Saint Patrick’s Day approaches, I’ve been thinking a lot about luck. Most people think it’s incredibly unlucky that after eight years of infertility, my ex and I adopted a baby girl who turned out to have autism spectrum disorder—a … Continue reading →

It’s IEP Season, Part 1
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Posted on March 5, 2015 by

My daughter Katie’s birthday was in January, so that means IEP (individualized education plan) season has begun. Like most special needs parents, I dread this time of year. As a single mom, it means a ton of meetings, paperwork, and … Continue reading →

I’m Sorry If I Scare You
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Posted on February 26, 2015 by

I recently read a post on Brevity’s blog that was titled, “I’m Sorry You Scare Me.” Brevity, for those of you that don’t know, is a literary journal that focuses on flash (very short) nonfiction. The article was a guest … Continue reading →

Mark Your Calendar for a Special Autism Awareness Event
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Posted on February 22, 2015 by

I am proud to announce that I will be a featured reader at the Sixth Annual Benefit for Autism Research sponsored by the Sacramento Poetry Center.  The event will take place on April 13, 2015, at the U.C. Davis MIND … Continue reading →

Cynthia’s Yearlong 50th Birthday Bash–January/February Update
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Posted on February 19, 2015 by

As I described back in April 2014 (you can read the post here), I’m celebrating my 50th birthday with a year of activities, challenges, and FUN designed to honor this milestone. I’m calling it Cynthia’s Yearlong 50th Birthday Bash, and … Continue reading →

The Importance of a Thumb
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Posted on February 12, 2015 by

I haven’t been here for over a month because back in December 2014, I managed to get a nasty infection in my right thumb. How? I’m not sure. Was it the crab I cracked (and scratched myself with)? Was it … Continue reading →

Happy New Year
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Posted on January 1, 2015 by

  Katie and I wish you and yours a wonderful, relaxing holiday season filled with joy, peace, and love and an amazing, abundant 2015. An Unplanned Life will return next week.

Holiday Greetings
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Posted on December 25, 2014 by

  Katie and I wish you and yours a wonderful, relaxing holiday season filled with joy, peace, and love. An Unplanned Life will return in January 2015.