A Special Soul

September 6, 2008 - Posted by amazingzipperedwoman- 0 Comments

There are those among us who possess a “special soul.” These individuals are both blessed and cursed with a heart that is so caring it becomes almost painful. My son is one of these unique human beings.

As many of you know, Patrick graduated from The University of Arizona in December. Until July he continued working in a group home in Tucson to fulfill his contractual obligation. He was responsible for all aspects of personal care for three severely handicapped gentlemen - and I mean ALL aspects. Tom and I loved to hear him talk about his clients. There was a gentleness in his voice whenever he shared stories about “his boys.” He treated them as friends and helped and encouraged them to improve their functional levels. Keep in mind, these men were the “throw aways” of our society. Patrick brought dignity and meaning to their lives. It was very hard for Patrick to quit this job, and he still frequently travels to Tucson for visits.

When his job ended, he was a bit “up in the air” about what direction his life should go. Thanks to Kelli, a dear family friend, he was put in touch with Magellan Health Services. Apparently the people who conducted the interview were able to peek into his “special soul” because he was hired on the spot. He is now a full-fledged case manager with a case load that is astronomical. He does everything from evaluations to delivering food boxes. His clients all have some form of mental illness. Some are affected only in a minor way, but most are severely impacted by these illnesses. Patrick’s job takes him everywhere - prisons, doctor’s offices, emergency rooms, court rooms, and homes where he is either welcomed or decidedly not welcomed. His job is to assign and coordinate services for his many clients. 

I wish you could hear him tell us about his job. Palpable tenderness and empathy seem to surround him. I’m positive that his SPECIAL SOUL will be a positive force in the lives of the people he helps. 


Having a Special Soul also helps you to be a 
SUPER UNCLE.



Suggestions for Sarah

September 5, 2008 - Posted by amazingzipperedwoman- 0 Comments

I, like almost every other human being on the planet, watched with rapt attention last night as Sarah Palin delivered her much anticipated hatchet job on everyone democrat. I’m not going to discuss her outdated hair-style or her bitchy, whiny voice. I don’t want to comment on her complete lack of understanding of the basic rudiments of spoken grammar, or her inclusion of countless incorrect facts. You don’t need to hear about how I was sickened by her mean-spirited screeching attacks on several nice men. I’m not going to lash out at her with my liberal invective because I think the poor, silly woman deserves our pity.

However, I feel I must comment on Sarah’s offer to be an advocate for special-needs children and their families once she is safely installed as Johnny-Boy’s VP. Let me respond to this offer with a resounding “NO THANKS.” She obviously hasn’t even taken the time to research the syndrome that her own baby son was born with. Trig has Down’s Syndrome. Almost all children with this particular condition have severe immune system issues. I was flabbergasted when I saw her parading him around in that convention venue among tens-of-thousands of people. Very poor judgement. Down’s children also lack the cognitive filters that help them deal with environmental stimuli. In other words, what she subjected that beautiful baby boy to last night amounted to torture. Very poor judgement.

I have a few questions for Maverick Sarah. Why did you hide your pregnancy from everyone, including your own family, for several months. Some of your friends say that you were deciding whether or not to terminate said pregnancy. Please explain. You have been attacking the “liberal” media for not respecting your family’s privacy. Why was it okay for you to expose them to the scrutiny of millions of people? Please explain.