Tea & Thoughts
The BlogSarah’s Posts
A Special Hope Podcast’s Posts
Great Expectations
You don't know what you don't know. And you never know what to expect.I didn't know what to expect. December 20, 2007 was the day of our appointment. I didn't know for sure what was coming, but I had a pretty good idea. After hours of testing, even re-testing to make...
Preparing to Launch
It’s 8:22pm on a Monday evening and I was resting my eyes on the couch (okay fine, I was taking a nap) as my husband practiced the piano. As he worked through various passages of a highly challenging piece, the sharp pangs of multiple flats pierced my heart. This...
Easter Episode: Redeeming Love by Anne Steele
Sarah talks through the hope of Easter with a reading of Anne Steele’s poem, Redeeming Love. Easter might look different this year, but we can still celebrate the Resurrection of Christ, all things new, and the hope of glory.
Songs for the Weary, Hopeless, and Grieving
I began a blog series on Post Tenebras, Lux, which means, "after darkness, light" upon inspiration after attending the Sing! Conference hosted by the Getty's. The series is posted on the Key Ministry Special Needs Parenting blog, but I'm including the first part of...
Hope Anew: Creating Community with Jonathan and Sarah McGuire
Episode 16 Hope Anew: Creating Community with Jonathan & Sarah McGuire“We have to build a new vision for what life will be going forward - grieving what isn’t anymore, and building A NEW vision…” Sarah talks with Jonathan and Sarah McGuire about their ministry...
The Inclusive Classroom in Children’s Ministry with Jared Kennedy
Episode 15 The Inclusive Classroom in Children's Ministry with Jared KennedySarah talks with autism dad and children’s pastor, Jared Kennedy, about creating inclusive classroom environments for children’s ministry. They discuss tools and strategies leaders and...
Transitioning a Child to Residential: Battling Fear, Grief, Guilt, and Striving for Hope with Deb Abbs
Episode 14 Transitioning a Child to Residential: Battling Fear, Guilt, and Striving for Hope with Deb AbbsAs a special needs parent, have you felt fear about your child’s future? Do you struggle with doubts about decisions you’ve made, grief over the fact that you...
The 5 Love Languages for Special Needs Families Is Finally Here
Episode 13 The 5 Love Languages for Special Needs Families Jolene Philo and Dr. Gary Chapman have co-authored a book on the 5 love languages just for special needs families and it is finally here! Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The 5 Love...
Meant for Community: An Interview with Lorna Bradley
Episode 12 Meant for Community: An Interview with Lorna BradleyLorna Bradley's research focuses on how churches can provide a holistic welcome to families raising children with special needs by meeting the emotional and spiritual needs within the entire family. She is...
Becky Davidson on Rising Above Ministries and the Legacy of a Special Needs Dad
Episode 10 Becky Davidson on Rising Above Ministries and the Legacy of a Special Needs DadThis special Father's Day episode is dedicated to the memory of Jeff Davidson. Becky talks through their story and the genesis of Rising Above Ministries, as well as the...
Interview with Sandra Peoples: Self-Care for Special Needs Parents
Sarah and Sandra discuss self-care for the special needs parent. It’s not about naps and bubble baths.
When You Can’t Talk About the Hard Things
Episode 11 When You Can't Talk About Hard ThingsAs a special needs parent, sometimes there are just some things we can't share. What if people don't understand? Some things are too private and would be embarrassing to our child if we talked about it. But it's still...
Becky Davidson on Rising Above Ministries and the Legacy of a Special Needs Dad
Episode 10 Becky Davidson on Rising Above Ministries and the Legacy of a Special Needs DadThis special Father's Day episode is dedicated to the memory of Jeff Davidson. Becky talks through their story and the genesis of Rising Above Ministries, as well as the...
When Your Child is Hurting: An Interview with Evana Sandusky
Episode 9 When Your Child is Hurting: An Interview with Evana Sandusky Where is God when your child is hurting? How do we pray for them? How do we cope in the face of crisis and chronic illness? Evana Sandusky talks about her children's medical complexities, stories...
Building Community with Cara Milne
Episode 8 Building Community with Cara MilneWhat does it feel like to truly belong? Cara Milne talks with Sarah Broady about her book, "Building Community: Practical Ways to Build Inclusive Communities for People Who are Vulnerable". We discuss Cara's story of...
Discover GOALLY
Goally is an incredible time, task, and behavioral management aide designed specifically for individuals with autism under the control of a parent with the parent app. Kids manage their own tasks and routines (set up within the parent app,) building independence, creating good habits, and it enables parents and therapists alike to track behavior, both "desireable" and "undesireable", and allow kids/Goally users to redeem points for rewards. There is even a FB support group for parents with access to help as needed. Some insurance waivers will even cover the cost of Goally as an assistive device.
Get $10 off with affiliate code HOPE10
