My Uncoiled Spirit

Employment First?

Regarding the Employment First Mandate, which states, According to state law in Ohio, employment services for people with developmental disabilities shall be directed at community employment and all people with developmental disabilities are presumed capable of community employment. I am an employer of a small coffee shop in Urbana, Ohio. I am the sibling ofContinue reading “Employment First?”

Letters to Gabe

Dear Gabe, I can’t believe it’s been almost nine years now. Time sure flies. I know you can probably see me from where you are. I know you see that I have changed. Maybe for the better, but I will let God judge that one day. The day you left, I thought God died withContinue reading “Letters to Gabe”

Called

In the last couple of weeks, an unusual number of people have congratulated me on my success of running a business. They tell me how much they admire my heart, my mission, my ambition. Whenever presented with this, the inside of me cringes. My stomach flips. I cross my legs like I have to pee.Continue reading “Called”

I need help

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As a 23 year old entrepreneur, I often encounter new relationships with the idea of ‘how can this person help me?’ I am beginning to realize that though I am young, it’s ok to have a mindset of, ‘how can I help them?’ Age does not limit you from helping another find their spark.

The Vow

This weekend I got the opportunity to speak at the Ohio Sibs Convention—an organization that supports both individuals with disabilities and their siblings. I came to an odd conclusion. I will without doubt, be the sole care provider for my brothers and possibly my sister one day. I had thought about it before. It wouldContinue reading “The Vow”

A Letter to My Dream Giver

Dear Inspirer, Mentor, Friend, and Dream Giver, First, I want to thank you. There are some things in my life I cannot explain, and I wish didn’t happen. But you are always there for me, always providing the next move in my life journey. Sometimes I need reminding that you are not dead, and youContinue reading “A Letter to My Dream Giver”

Becoming Somebody

“Not long ago and not far away, a Nobody named Ordinary lived in the Land of Familiar.”—Bruce Wilkinson, The Dream Giver How many times have you felt like Ordinary? You wake up every morning to the nagging chirp of your alarm, you throw on your average clothes. You go to work, file the same papers,Continue reading “Becoming Somebody”

Who Needs a Mustard Seed When You Have a Grapefruit?

When you meet Diana, you may think she is a little different. But when you dig deeper you will discover that she has a stronger faith than many can even fathom. Through her entire life, her brother John has been there every step of the way. This is his account of their family’s journey throughContinue reading “Who Needs a Mustard Seed When You Have a Grapefruit?”

How To Leave A Legacy: Part 2

Ok for this to make sense you will have to go back and read part one of this blog. Seriously! It will spoil the whole thing…and that’s not to tempt you to read further, just trust me read that one first! In the fall of 2006, our new family business was standing at the doorContinue reading “How To Leave A Legacy: Part 2”