I have been thinking a lot lately about my blog reading habits and about what I want this blog to be. Mainly, I've realized that the blogs that I enjoy reading, for the most part, combine several common elements:
-documentation of everyday accomplishments/special events
-reactions life events and/or challenges
-interesting or funny stories about everyday life
Up until now I don't feel that this blog has really met my own "good blog" requirements so I plan to change that. No one expects to have a child with a disability but the reality is that it happens all the time and it involves major lifestyle adjustments and a lot of emotion, both good and bad. Over the last 3 years I have benefitted immeasurably by reading other blogs about kids with challenges similar to Natalie's. This includes the stories of other micropreemies and kids with Cerebral Palsy (CP) and other disabilities. It has made me feel less alone and given me a lot of hope for Natalie's future. I want to be honest about Natalie's disability and how it affects her. Also, I'd like to educate family, friends and other blog readers a bit more about CP. But don't worry - I still plan to celebrate her accomplishments and post tons of pictures of my sweet girl!
So look forward to more posts about Natalie's therapies and therapy goals, equipment, and general development. I'd love reader comments on topics that you would like me to cover in future posts or just questions that you have about Natalie and her development. Don't be afraid to ask anything you want to know!
