I moved apartments this past weekend.  Distance wise, it wasn't far, but it certainly reminded me of the distress that can occur with change.  Life's transitions may be good or bad (and often both) and it is disorienting and taxing on our emotions and mental health. It seemed a metaphor for life as I sorted through my belongings and chose which objects to keep and which to discard.  Even the items that I knew were old and no longer useful held sentimental attachment and it took…

I love the transition seasons (spring and fall) and I am thrilled that spring seems to be on its way her in Vancouver.  The world is coming alive with fresh growth and tendrils of warmth from the sun.   I tend to see metaphor all around me and that includes the seasonal shifts.  The spring blossoms remind me of the cycles of our own lives.  As trite as it may sound, I see hope in the shoots springing up from the once frozen ground. In our…

Here we are in February, the month of love.  Valentine's Day advertising is all around us and feeding us the idea that this is the time to express our love. This can be a real challenge for people with communication disorders and their families.  Words may not be an easy route for people who struggle to speak or to understand due to a communication disorder. So here is a chance to be creative and find some non-verbal ways to express your love and appreciation:   Share…