Stop fighting within and fight for a vision

I was invited for “Federations of Children’s with Special Needs’ annual gala”.

Being part of something of this kind is always exciting and amazing. I was in the room with 100s of people to celebrate some “out of the box” thinkers. They thought and worked beyond their time and envisioned the world differently for differently able people. I came back inspired and determined to do more not only for my child but for others too. That is the power of having wonderful people around you who shape you and guide you without you even noticing. I was in that room witnessing some of those people being honored. Every special mom with young kids knows about early intervention and is thankful to that program, having the person who is associated with this revolutionary idea being honored was something awesome. A mom was being celebrated who is an advocates and fighter and at the same time gives a comic twist to life. Making our kids independent Is the ultimate goal for us as parents, kids with needs or not. I was in awe knowing that someone thought of it in 1983 that these kids need their own housing. The Wizansky thought of something way beyond their time.

I shared the table with someone who has made the world better for many Asian families. I could hear the life changing stories, how a person, a phone call, a note changes someone’s life. How the community came together and made things possible which was never thought of.

Its been a week and since then I have been thinking about how incredible parenting journey is. How people get over their own boundaries and look beyond their own limitations. How it is so important to hit the rock bottom and come back with full force.

How this process helps you grieve and then makes you stronger and then you start thinking beyond the boundaries. I wish we all have given that power to know when to stop feeling helpless and become the strongest version of ourselves. That’s why these celebrations are so important, just to know when to stop fighting within and start fighting for a cause.

Thank you Susan Arndt for all the work you do for our kids. I wish I had taken a pic with you. This pic of me is my tribute to all your work

Inspiration all around, I am in awe of generosity of these people. Very successful fundraiser    

 the wonderful staff of federation who works tirelessly to help families. 

 Oanh,  a force to recon with, a wonderful mom, an amazing advocate.. I am so proud of call her a friend. She started one of a kind support program for Asian familes, extraordinary individuals for the Beacon for Inclusion Award by the Institute for Community Inclusion (ICI- UMASS Boston) 

#100SareePact and Beyond. My love for Saree. someone walked over and said - my blue Saree is always the highlight of registation table and she looks forward to it..who says no to a compliment? right?    

Support Federation in any ways you can.. Your name should be here next year :)