Am I in Paradise?
The other morning Nick woke up and began singing as usual. I am always intrigued as to what he begins to sing. Morning songs have a theme. This time, he didn’t start at the beginning, “Oh think twice, it’s just another day...
My Not-So-Brave New World
How are you and your loved ones coping with Covid-19? I have heard this question from many sources recently. Many people are sincerely concerned about themselves and others. For the most part I am doing ok with keeping fear at bay over these...
I underestimated Nick. AGAIN!
I haven’t written a post lately. Nick has been in a low place physically and my mood has matched. It makes me sad to see him struggle to move from his wheelchair to another chair, etc. and I just haven’t known what to share. Well...
Gratitude often comes after the event.
Over the last two days, I was reminded that sometimes it takes a while for my grateful heart to reappear after the crisis passes. This week began our annual season of thankfulness and gratitude, followed by the season of love. Each year I love...
“We not forget our roots!”
Recently while visiting with some friends in Ireland, we were talking about celebrities and how it seems easy for some people to get caught up in their own reputations and then be carried away by their fame. This can also happen when people...
Watch Out For The Police!
For decades, Nick has had a habit of calling out a warning to those who are leaving our home: “Watch out for the police!” I don’t know what the initial event was that precipitated his caution. I do know that we have repeatedly...
A true friend.
Last week we held the Nick book launch party in Duvall. We felt great excitement as we prepared to gather with our friends to recognize that my newest book, “Our Time To Dance,” was now available for purchase. We arrived at the...
Amazon has “Our Time To Dance, A Mother’s Journey to Joy” for sale!
You might have already heard, but in case you haven’t, here is the good news… You can buy my book today! To find the book, go to Amazon and search on my name, Eva Doherty Gremmert. It will take you to my author’s page and you...
Caution: Unforeseen paradigm shifts ahead!
You might not be aware that Port Townsend, WA, a charming seaside town, is known as “The Mecca of Bowmaking.” We weren’t. This week, Arden, Nick and I took a short road-trip to view a film playing in the Rose Theatre in Port...
I am still learning patience.
I have known for over 40 years now that Nick has special needs. Throughout that time, I have loved him, encouraged him, supported him, fought for him so he could get the services and therapies that he needed. I understand what he is capable of...
Another Joyful Moment.
This past weekend, we celebrated Nick’s 40th birthday. It was one of the most memorable parties we have held here. 100 people joined us in the mild afternoon sunshine, lavished presents and well wishes on Nick, ate wonderful Mexican food...
It’s the little things.
I am a planner. I like to organize things to avoid chaos. I find comfort in looking at life like a chess game, trying to anticipate what might happen, creating contingency plans “just in case.” Well… Often life doesn’t...