Be a Voice, Not an Echo.

At times, we all struggle to believe in our worth, our capabilities, our decisions, our strength. This was true as we navigated the XX territory of hospice care/comfort care for our parents.

Another way to think about it, are you voicing something original, or are you just echoing what you find to be the most popular? Granted nothing is truly original, but that doesn't mean you can't have your original angle on a particular story or niche. It doesn't mean you can't make the connection between two things that have never been connected. It doesn't mean you can't point out what others have overlooked.

Just because there is a formula out there for blogging success, doesn't mean you need to echo it to achieve your own success. Be your own voice, let others echo you.

When you find out your child has Down syndrome, you feel like you have been shipped to a deserted island. You feel like all your friends with typical children get to carry on while your world stops spinning on its axis. Then a box arrives at your door. While it is filled with beautiful things, more importantly, you realize you’re not alone. There is an entire organization standing behind you celebrating the birth of your perfect child. Jack's Basket brings more than gifts for your new baby. It brings love, understanding, and joy to a family embarking on a new journey.” - Lauren, Copelan’s Mom (South Carolina)