We are back! I am still learning about all the tech involved in blogging so it took me longer than anticipated. The big thing that happened was that I switched hosting then had to learn all the new things that happen with transferring your website to a new host and how that effects blogging as…
In October 2017, I started a new job working for a small non-profit company. One thing that was an adjustment for me was getting used to again of only getting paid once a month. Because of that, I can’t wait until the last minute to do my Christmas shopping. I usually start my Christmas shopping…
I consider myself a B-type personality. Easygoing, laid back, flexible, and creative. I didn’t stress too much and just went with the flow. Starting in 2003 when our oldest son was born with disabilities, that began to change. Why? Because I learned that organization is key for special needs parents. Nowadays, I call myself a…
We live in a rural area about 40 minutes from the nearest stores. We do a lot of shopping on Amazon, from kitchenware to clothes to organization to food and to gifts. If the UPS driver doesn’t show up every day, we miss him! Today I want to share some of our favorite items we…
Public Safety Power Shutoff. This is when the power companies turn off power in certain areas to reduce the risk of fire. In our case, Oregon is in a ten-year drought and strong east winds are dropping the humidity even further. So the power companies are shutting off the power in the highest risk areas…
This week really got away from me for various reasons. I pulled out an old cartoon, cleaned it up, and voila, I have a post. Power to the people!! Have a great week! ~ Zilla Q, the overworked, underpaid Momma Bear Other recent posts:Halloween for a kid with disabilitiesHow to be budget conscious when you…
Last week was a crazy week for this Momma Bear! I had to take both kids to the emergency room for different reasons. Different hospitals on different days. When the pediatrician sent me to the emergency room with M-Bear, he was convinced that surgery would be needed that day. Thank goodness it wasn’t! But if…
I find when working with families, that most people don’t know how to be a great boss. They are afraid to talk to their caregiver employees like a manager would because they are afraid their support workers will quit. Often, this way of ‘managing’ creates a power vacuum that the caregiver may fill. If that…
As a Momma Bear, I want to create a welcoming and safe space where anyone can ask and find answers for all their questions relating to disabilities as well as tips on organization, self-care, planning for the future, and, eventually, some free resources. If you aren’t sure this space is for you, just know that…
I am the Momma Bear of a young man who has experienced many challenges in his life. My purpose in creating this blog is to help other individuals and families. I want to provide a place where answers to all their questions, even the really hard ones, can be found. Information on disability-related grants, social…