55 Cool Facts about People with Down Syndrome
by Annie Yorty ©2022 Did you know that March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day? Possibly not, but you probably do know that I am mom to Alyssa, who has Down syndrome. That’s why this week’s blog…
Saint Patrick–Hero of the Faith
by Annie Yorty ©2022 Leprechauns. Rainbows. Pots of gold. The color green. What does all this Irish lore have to do with Saint Patrick? In truth, not a lot. But Saint Patrick’s Day, the holiday of merrymaking…
Night to Shine
by Annie Yorty ©2022 An exquisite princess poses hand on hip in the shadows at the edge of the red carpet surveying a cheering crowd. She inhales a deep breath and holds it, waiting for her…
13 Life Lessons from the Seat of a Kayak (Part 2)
by Annie Yorty Kayaking is a great metaphor for life, so I’m sharing part two of 13 life lessons from the seat of a kayak. If you haven’t already done so, read the first four lessons learned…
Give Thanks for God’s Purpose
by Annie Yorty ©2021 Mark Twain once said, “The two most important days in life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” In this final week of Thanksgiving, let’s explore how…