Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy
The title of this post comes from a book I’m currently reading, Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy. It has challenged me to pause, notice, and reflect this summer. As I was rea
Every Mile Matters
I used to think running was mostly about finishing. Crossing the finish line.Setting a new personal record.Checking another race off the calendar. But somewhere along the way, runn
Misunderstood
I am going to get really real with you. This school year was the hardest year academically for Jack. Yes, middle school is difficult for all kids. I understand that. But this is ab
Jack’s Gift to Me – A Dad’s Perspective
By Chris Carroll, Jack’s Dad When Jack was a baby, I often wondered what life would be like as he grew older. Would I be able to play catch with him in the backyard? Would I
People With Down Syndrome Are Listening
I have been trying to find the words to respond to the post made by YouTuber Jesse Ridgway. Not just as a mother of a child with Down syndrome, but as the founder of an organizatio
Guest Post: A Story Worth Every Page
We’re celebrating Mother’s Day by highlighting the stories of some of the incredible moms in our Jack’s Basket community, and the lessons they’ve learned al
To the Moms Who Keep Showing Up…
Mother’s Day always gives me a moment to pause and reflect on the gift of being called Mom. I am a mom to three children, and each of them has stretched me, softened me, challeng
From the JB Team: Celebrating Mother’s Day
Did you know that, in addition to Carissa, two members of our team are also raising children with Down syndrome?! Lauren, our Medical Education Coordinator, received a Jack’s
Guest Post: Designed for this Journey
In celebration of Mother’s Day, we’re highlighting the experiences of some of the incredible moms in our Jack’s Basket community. Liza’s son, Micah, recei
A Season to Say Yes
April in Minnesota always feels like a turning point. After a long winter, there’s something about the first signs of spring…longer days, melting snow, a little more light that