Embrace the Blessing

ETB 58: Exploring Guardianship and Supported Decision-Making

ETB 58: What if the future of your loved one with a disability could be bright, secure, and filled with choices and alternatives? Envision a world where guardianship isn't the only path, where supported decision-making reigns supreme, and personal rights are preserved. This episode offers a detailed dissection of guardianship and its alternatives, shedding light on the game-changing Right to Make Choices supported-decision making toolkit - a Texas-based initiative. We take you on a journey ...

ETB 57: Navigating Hospitalization ~ Thank God for CNAs

ETB 57: When your child is hospitalized, what means of comfort do you find? As a mother who's been down this road with my son Josiah, I will share how the power of pen helped me through those dark times. Transcribing our story and drawing strength from those lines, I found a way to navigate the painfully frequent hospitalizations. The silver lining we discovered in this storm cloud was the round-the-clock care provided by CNAs. Their gift of caregiving brought the serenity our family needed,...

ETB 56: From Parenting to Publishing: The Story Behind the Creation of Eleanor's eXtraordinary Dreams with Carlee Ragains

ETB 56: Ready to journey into the heartwarming world of Carlee Ragains, a creative spirit, mother, wife, and mimi?  Carlee's story weaves a rich tapestry of love, courage, and perseverance, as she shares the joys, challenges, and unimaginable fulfillment that come from parenting her 16-year-old daughter, Ellen, who was born with Down syndrome. Carlee paints a vibrant portrait of Ellen, a high functioning, verbal, independent, sensitive, and personality-packed young woman - an inspiring beaco...

ETB 55: Fostering a Community of Hope and Inclusion through Adaptive Activities and Sports with the Christina Sullivan Foundation

ETB 55: Prepare to be deeply moved by the remarkable journey of Josephine Sullivan, founder and CEO of the Christina Sullivan Foundation. This episode offers a powerful narrative of love, faith, and unwavering commitment as Josephine shares the story of her daughter Christina, a vibrant soul who was born with severe brain injury, cerebral palsy, and a seizure disorder. Listen as she chronicles how her unconditional love for Christina spurred the creation of a foundation that has since then s...

ETB 54: Chase's Story: Insights from a Resilient Mom

ETB 54: What does it really mean to be a parent of a child with autism? How do you navigate the challenges and celebrate the milestones? Join us on a deeply personal journey with Heather, a resilient mother who opens her heart about her experiences raising her son, Chase, who was diagnosed with autism at a tender age of 2.5 years.  Currently a stay-at-home mom who transitioned to homeschooling Chase after working as a para in schools, Heather offers unique insights into the world of childre...

ETB 54: Chase's Story: Insights from a Resilient Mom with Heather Savoy

ETB 54: What does it really mean to be a parent of a child with autism? How do you navigate the challenges and celebrate the milestones? Join us on a deeply personal journey with Heather, a resilient mother who opens her heart about her experiences raising her son, Chase, who was diagnosed with autism at a tender age of 2.5 years. Currently a stay-at-home mom who transitioned to homeschooling Chase after working as a para in schools, Heather offers unique insights into the world of childre...

ETB 53: It's Your Job

ETB 53: What if you could turn the toughest moments of parenting a child with a disability into a source of strength and inspiration? Join me, Sandy Deppisch, as I take you on a roller coaster ride of emotions in the hospital stays that have become an all too frequent part of our lives. You'll learn how to communicate your needs effectively to your support network, and understand the importance of asking for specific help, whether it's a warm blanket or home-cooked meal. Staying awake thro...

ETB 52: The Adventures of Parenting Adrian: Balancing Anxiety and Homeschooling with Sweet Success

ETB 52:  Have you ever wondered what it takes to raise a child with Down syndrome? Embark on an intimate journey with Susan Aguilar, a mother who shares the honest truth about the joys and challenges she's encountered while raising her son, Adrian. From the ease of his younger years to the hurdles of his adulthood, she paints a vivid picture of their undying resilience. We unravel the secrets of her success in homeschooling a child with Down Syndrome, with Susan sharing her experiences of c...

ETB 52: The Adventures of Parenting Adrian: Balancing Anxiety and Homeschooling with Sweet Success with Susan Aguilar

ETB 52:  Have you ever wondered what it takes to raise a child with Down syndrome? Embark on an intimate journey with Susan Aguilar, a mother who shares the honest truth about the joys and challenges she's encountered while raising her son, Adrian. From the ease of his younger years to the hurdles of his adulthood, she paints a vivid picture of their undying resilience. We unravel the secrets of her success in homeschooling a child with Down Syndrome, with Susan sharing her experiences of c...

ETB 51: Writing as Therapy: A Personal Voyage into Resilience and Hope

ETB 51: Have you ever pondered over the therapeutic power of writing in dealing with overpowering emotions? Join me, Sandy Deppish, on this personal journey as I revisit an old blog post titled 'It's Not About Me.' You'll discover how documenting the highs and lows of raising a child with a disability has helped me process my feelings and paved the path for resilience and hope. This episode is also a heartfelt tribute to my son Josiah, and all children living with disabilities - the true he...

ETB 50: Embracing the Struggles and Triumphs of Caring for Special Children: The Toenail Odyssey

ETB 50: Ever tried to trim a child's toenails? Now imagine that child has sensory issues that make the task as perilous and nerve-wracking as a high-wire act. Join me, Sandy Deppisch in this candid discussion on Embrace the Blessing podcast, where we navigate the choppy waters of personal grooming for children with disabilities, specifically, trimming toenails. We share my personal struggle with my son Josiah's toenail trimming, a task that ended with exhaustion and frustration, yet also hig...

ETB 49: Unlocking the Potential in Children with Down Syndrome: Darcy's Mission and Brady's Journey with Darcy Day

ETB 49: I'm thrilled to introduce you to Darcy, a devoted parent and former teacher who's turned her personal journey into a mission to unlock the potential in children with Down syndrome. Imagine the heartache of knowing your child has thoughts, ideas, dreams locked away in their mind - simply because they struggle to communicate. Darcy, all too familiar with this struggle, has dedicated her life to tearing down these barriers using the unique and highly effective Speller's Method. Darcy's...

ETB 49: Unlocking the Potential in Children with Down Syndrome: Darcy's Mission and Brady's Journey

ETB 49: I'm thrilled to introduce you to Darcy, a devoted parent and former teacher who's turned her personal journey into a mission to unlock the potential in children with Down syndrome. Imagine the heartache of knowing your child has thoughts, ideas, dreams locked away in their mind - simply because they struggle to communicate. Darcy, all too familiar with this struggle, has dedicated her life to tearing down these barriers using the unique and highly effective Speller's Method. Darcy's...

ETB 48: Empowering Families through Personal Support Networks with Jennifer Vincent

ETB 48: Have you heard about the positive impact of creating a personal network to support you as you care for your loved one with a disability?  Our guest, Jennifer Vincent, brings her experience as a parent and network facilitator to help answer this crucial question. Jennifer shares the importance of personal networks in empowering families and individuals with disabilities. She introduces us to the book, A Good Life for You and Your Relative with a Disability by Al Etmanski, a practical ...

ETB 47: Embracing the Voyage ~ Navigating a Cruise Vacation with Special Needs Young Adults with Mary Ann Hughes

ETB 47: Ever thought of how daunting the prospect of going on a vacation with special needs children might be? Imagine being a single parent to two wonderful boys on the autism spectrum and deciding to embark on a solo trip. That's exactly what my guest, Mary Ann Hughes, courageously did. Mary Ann's incredible journey of managing a cruise vacation with her sons is filled with insightful experiences and practical advice. We talk about the pre-journey preparations, making dining and accommodat...

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ETB 45: If You Believe It, You Can Achieve It! VK Girl Creations ~ Turning a Hobby into a Growing Business with Victoria De La Garza and Jennifer Gongora, Part 2

ETB 45: This is Part 2 of a 2 part interview. In this episode I talk with Victoria De La Garza and her mother Jennifer Gongora about their business, VK Girl Creations.  Victoria started in her High School Life Skills class learning to knit beanie hats on a round knitting loom.  She held her first pop up market at age 18, selling beanies to her fellow classmates.  Now, at age 24, Victoria's hobby has blossomed into a growing business. She currently sells handcrafted beanies, bracelets and T...

ETB 44: If You Believe It, You Can Achieve It! VK Girl Creations ~ Turning a Hobby into a Growing Business with Victoria De La Garza and Jennifer Gongora, Part 1

ETB 44:  In this episode I talk with Victoria De La Garza and her mother Jennifer Gongora about their business, VK Girl Creations.  Victoria started in her High School Life Skills class learning to knit beanie hats on a round knitting loom.  She held her first pop up market at age 18, selling beanies to her fellow classmates.  Now, at age 24, Victoria's hobby has blossomed into a growing business. She currently sells handcrafted beanies, bracelets and T-shirts online and at local vendor mark...

ETB 44: If You Believe It, You Can Achieve It! VK Girl Creations ~ Turning a Hobby into a Growing Business with Victoria De La Garza and Jennifer Gongora, Part 1

ETB 44:  In this episode I talk with Victoria De La Garza and her mother Jennifer Gongora about their business, VK Girl Creations.  Victoria started in her High School Life Skills class learning to knit beanie hats on a round knitting loom.  She held her first pop up market at age 18, selling beanies to her fellow classmates.  Now, at age 24, Victoria's hobby has blossomed into a growing business. She currently sells handcrafted beanies, bracelets and T-shirts online and at local vendor mark...

ETB 43: The BEST Product We Ever Stumbled Upon with Sandy Deppisch

ETB 43:  If you have a child with a disability who likes to disrobe at night, I have just the thing for you!  For years we would wake in the wee hours of the morning to find our son undressed and sometimes enjoying finger paining fun with the contents of his full pull up!  When we discovered THIS product, it was a game changer!  I have 8 of these in larger sizes looking for a good home.  Reach out to me if they would make a difference in your life too and they are yours! Little Keeper Sl...

ETB 42: He Gave Me Purpose with Kathryn Kane-Neilson

ETB 42:  In this episode I talk with Kathryn Kane-Neilson about her 19 year old son, Clark who has Down syndrome.   She talks about her experiences raising Clark, through life in NYC, through divorce, through medical misadventures and fresh beginnings in Texas. Kathryn shared,  " At 22 years old, I was aware of the fact that I was carrying a child with Down syndrome and it absolutely changed my paradigm.  it changed my brain.  Clark is the joy of my life.  He gave me purpose." GHFEDS - Gre...

ETB 41: Embrace the Uncertainty with Beverly Parrish

ETB 41- In this episode I talk with Beverly Parrish about her daughter Hannah, age 28, who has Down syndrome.   Beverly and her husband Chris learned that Hannah had Down syndrome in utero.   Feeling a bit overwhelmed at their lack of knowledge about Trisomy 21 they began to research, trusting that God had his perfect plan in place. Beverly is a mother of 7 with 9 grandchildren and has been married for 40 years.  She homeschooled the kids for 30 years and currently works with dyslexic child...

ETB 41: Embrace the Uncertainty with Beverly Parrish

ETB 41- In this episode I talk with Beverly Parrish about her daughter Hannah, age 28, who has Down syndrome.   Beverly and her husband Chris learned that Hannah had Down syndrome in utero.   Feeling a bit overwhelmed at their lack of knowledge about Trisomy 21 they began to research, trusting that God had his perfect plan in place. Beverly is a mother of 7 with 9 grandchildren and has been married for 40 years.  She homeschooled the kids for 30 years and currently works with dyslexic child...

ETB 40: Finding Quality Care for Your Special Needs Child with Gerrie Bourque

ETB 40 - In this episode I talk with Gerrie Bourque, mother of 3 whose 26 year old son Tyler has a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and autism, is medically complex and has rare disorders.  Gerrie shares the various caregiving options they have explored over the years.  Tyler has a Texas Medicaid Waiver which provides services for him including a support staff to care for him as needed.  Initially, Gerrie's husband/Tyler's dad was the first paid caregiver.  They have also hired staff from C...

ETB 39: Plenty of Possibilities for Finding Respite Care with Mary Ann Hughes

ETB 39 -  In this episode I talk with Mary Ann Hughes, mother of 2 young adults with Autism about finding quality care for loved ones with special needs.  As a single mother managing her company, Special Family Transitions, Mary Ann has had to stretch her comfort zone most recently when she sent both of her boys for the very first time to a week long summer camp. Mary Ann believes as special needs moms and parents we don't spend enough time taking care of ourselves.  She notes there is so ...

ETB: 39 Plenty of Possibilities for Finding Respite Care with Mary Ann Hughes

ETB39 -  In this episode I talk with Mary Ann Hughes, mother of 2 young adults with Autism about finding quality care for loved ones with special needs.  As a single mother managing her company, Special Family Transitions, Mary Ann has had to stretch her comfort zone most recently when she sent both of her boys for the very first time to a week long summer camp. Mary Ann believes as special needs moms and parents we don't spend enough time taking care of ourselves.  She notes there is so m...

ETB 38: From a Grim Prognosis to a Much Brighter Future; Never Give Up Hope with Sandy Deppisch

ETB 38: In this episode I share a few stories about Josiah from the past few years when he was walking through a very long, very difficult season.  With so many challenges including aggression, destruction and self-injurious behaviors it was easy at times to lose sight of hope. As a mom desperately trying to figure out how to best help my child,  it was heartbreaking to watch him struggle so much.  There is nothing like watching someone you love suffer and feel powerless to alleviate it.  ...

ETB 38: Don't Ever Give Up Hope with Sandy Deppisch

ETB 38: In this episode I share a few stories about Josiah from the past few years when he was walking through a very long, very difficult season.  With so many challenges including aggression, destruction and self-injurious behaviors it was easy at times to lose sight of hope. As a mom desperately trying to figure out how to best help my child,  it was heartbreaking to watch him struggle so much.  There is nothing like watching someone you love suffer and feel powerless to alleviate it.  ...

ETB 37: Finding Caregivers "Nextdoor" & the Miss Amazing Pageant with Freida Bassham

ETB 37 - In this episode I talk with Fredia Bassham, grandmother of Heather Jo, age 26.  Freida and her husband Joe have been caring for their granddaughter who has cerebral palsy, a seizure disorder and is non-verbal, for 22 years.  Heather Jo recently won Texas Miss Amazing, the Miss Division.  The Texas Miss Amazing pageant celebrates the abilities of girls and women across TEXAS with disabilities.  providing opportunities for them  to build self-esteem.  The Miss Amazing pageant creato...

ETB 36: Special Strong; Inclusive & Adaptive Fitness with Mike Lutey

ETB 36 - In this episode I talk with Mike Lutey, owner of Special Strong - South East Houston. Special Strong provides science-based adaptive and inclusive fitness programs for children, adolescents, and adults with mental, physical and cognitive challenges. Mike believes giving up his corporate job to become the very first franchise in Special Strong's history, is his calling.  The franchise was founded in 2016 by Daniel and Trinity Stein. Daniel Stein was diagnosed with a learning disabil...

ETB 35 - Dashing About Town Making a Difference with Real Life Superhero, Dash Gordon

ETB 35 - In this episode I talk with Timothy Glover, corporate trainer by day and real life superhero, Dash Gordon by night.   Initially created to raise some extra money for a vacation, Tim started having fun with the whole Dash idea and began texting people that he was Dash Gordon.  Eventually he decided to add a costume before heading out to do deliveries and the rest is history. Dash has a heart for the special needs community, for people who are living through difficult times and for p...

ETB 35: Dashing About Town Making a Difference with Real Life Superhero, Dash Gordon

ETB 35 - In this episode I talk with Timothy Glover, corporate trainer by day and real life superhero, Dash Gordon by night.   Initially created to raise some extra money for a vacation, Tim started having fun with the whole Dash idea and began texting people that he was Dash Gordon.  Eventually he decided to add a costume before heading out to do deliveries and the rest is history. Dash has a heart for the special needs community, for people who are living through difficult times and for p...

ETB 34: Living in the Present & Breaking Things Down into Manageable Steps with Beth Haas

ETB 34:  In this episode I talk with Beth Haas, teacher and mother of 3 beautiful daughters about her oldest daughter, Annalee who has Down syndrome.   During the 18th week of Beth's first pregnancy, she and her husband John were told their unborn baby had hypoplastic left heart syndrome and was probably not going to be compatible with life.   Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) is a birth defect that affects normal blood flow through the heart. As the baby develops during pregnancy, the...

ETB 33: Embracing a Hiatus! See you Back Here Soon.

ETB 33:  In this episode I announce a brief break as we quarantine, then head out on a family vacation. I will see you on July 6th with another amazing parent to inspire and encourage you.  Until then, here are some things to keep you entertained: Play Wordle https://www.nytimes.com/games/wordle/index.html Become a Lego Sculptor (and leave your Law Degree behind) https://youtu.be/8CP9hzSm60Y Learn to Frost a Cake - A Beginner's Guide https://youtu.be/OxcWDrPAeWM Play the Harmonica https...

ETB 32: Little Houdini - A True Tale of My Ever Eloping Son with Sandy Deppisch

ETB 32:  In this episode I share a story about a time when Josiah at 9 years old, left our home unescorted and none of us were aware that he was even gone.   Sadly, this was not the first time it happened and it most definitely was not the last.  We had some pretty frightening experiences with Josiah eloping.   Despite our best efforts to keep him safely INSIDE our home, he was clever and oh so fast at figuring out how to slip away unattended.  He had no sense of danger or the ability to pro...

ETB 31: Project LEAH - Leaders Ending Abuse & Harm of Students with Disabilities Abused in Public Schools with Jean and Brianna TenBrink, Part 2

ETB 31:  In this 2nd half of a 2 part episode I continue to talk with former guests Jean and Brianna TenBrink, a dynamic mother/daughter duo about Project LEAH (Leaders Ending Abuse & Harm) a community coalition against educator abuse and mistreatment of children with disabilities in Texas public schools. Jean,  an advocacy coordinator and mother of 3 daughters, 2 of whom are on different ends of the autistic spectrum  talks about the abuse her youngest daughter Leah was subject to in her s...

ETB 30: Project LEAH - Leaders Ending Abuse & Harm of Students with Disabilities Abused in Public Schools with Jean and Brianna TenBrink, Part 1

ETB 30:  In this episode, I talk with former guests Jean and Brianna TenBrink, a dynamic mother/daughter duo about Project LEAH (Leaders Ending Abuse & Harm) a community coalition against educator abuse and mistreatment of children with disabilities in Texas public schools. Jean,  mother of 3 daughters, 2 of whom are on different ends of the autistic spectrum is an advocacy coordinator who helps build bridges between home and school for families that have a child with a disability.  She tal...

ETB 29: Self-Advocacy Changed My Life. Now I Teach it to Others with Ricky Broussard Part 2

ETB 29:  In this 2nd half of a 2 part episode I talk with Ricky Broussard, Self-Advocate, Peer Support Leader and all around great guy, who at the age of 10 had to move out of his family's home and into a large facility for people with disabilities.  Ricky lived in 4 different facilities over the next 29 years.  He went from  having most of his decisions made for him, to surrounding himself with people he knew and trusted to support him as he began to speak up for himself and advocate for ch...

ETB 28: Self-Advocacy Changed My Life. Now I Teach it to Others with Ricky Broussard Part 1

ETB 28:  In this episode I talk with Ricky Broussard, Self-Advocate, Peer Support Leader and all around great guy, who at the age of 10 had to move out of his family's home and into a large facility for people with disabilities.  Ricky lived in 4 different facilities over the next 29 years.  He went from  having most of his decisions made for him, to surrounding himself with people he knew and trusted to support him as he began to speak up for himself and advocate for changes in his life. T...

ETB 27: Deafblindness, DBMAT & Touch Base Center for the Deafblind with Vivecca Hartman

ETB 27:  In this episode I talk with Vivecca Hartman, mother of 2 and new grandmother, about life with her 24 year old son Christopher, born with a rare genetic mutation, Leber Congenital Amaurosis. Physically healthy in every other way, his vision and hearing was all that was affected at birth.  Very curious, physically fit and funny, Christopher likes to stay active and keep busy.  He communicates with tactile sign language.  As long as he feels safe, Christopher is a very happy person, ve...

ETB 26: Through a Father's Eyes with Rick Deppisch

ETB 26:  In this episode I talk with Rick Deppisch. the first dad to be featured on the podcast who also just happens to be my husband and the father of our 5 children.  Rick shares his perspective on the challenges our family has endured and overcome over the years as we've navigated life with Josiah, our 20 year old son who has Down syndrome and non-verbal Autism. Rick believes faith is what sustained him through the darkest days when Josiah, only 8 years old at the time, spent 10 months...

ETB 25: It’s No Mystery, Accepting Your Child’s Diagnosis Can Be Challenging with Teresa Trent

ETB 25:  In this episode I talk with Teresa Trent,  author of  3 different mystery series, whose 29 year old son Andrew has a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and Autism.   He's  also non verbal, has a seizure disorder and from that he's developed a need for a  Peg tube.   Andrew is a sweetheart, greatly loved and never in a bad mood.  It's no mystery that accepting your child's diagnosis can be challenging.  When Andrew was born, it was very difficult for Teresa.  She had a hard time accep...

ETB 24: Community First Choice - Attendant Care You May Not Know About with Heather Burdeaux

ETB 24: In this episode I talk with Heather Burdeaux, a former guest from episode ETB 4 Paying Attention to Behavior Changes, Expectation Management & Maintaining Friendships. As a  case manager Heather shares about Community First Choice (CFC), a program in Texas that provides certain services and supports to individuals living in the community who are enrolled in the Medicaid program and meet CFC eligibility requirements. Services and supports may include: activities of daily living (eat...

ETB 23: When Life Takes an Abrupt Turn and Puts You on a Different Path with Cynthia Rodriguez ~ Part 2

EBT 23:  In this 2nd half of a 2 part episode I continue to talk with Cynthia Rodriguez, amazing mom, grandma, and special needs advocate who loves to reach out and help others.  If you have a child with a disability and happen to  cross Cynthia's path somewhere out in the world,  more than likely she will strike up a conversation to check in with you to see how things are going.  She'll offer suggestions and resources and may even accompany you to the right agency to get you the help you ma...

ETB 22: When Life Takes an Abrupt Turn and Puts You on a Different Path with Cynthia Rodriguez ~ Part 1

EBT 22:  In this episode I talk with Cynthia Rodriguez, amazing mom, grandma, and special needs advocate who loves to reach out and help others.  If you have a child with a disability and happen to  cross Cynthia's path somewhere out in the world,  more than likely she will strike up a conversation to check in with you to see how things are going.  She'll offer suggestions and resources and may even accompany you to the right agency to get you the help you may need.   That's just who she is....

ETB 21: Ecologist School - Houston: An Outdoor Learning Community with Jennifer Fetter-Mathys

In this episode I talk with Jennifer Fetter-Matthys about Ecologist School - Houston, an  engaging outdoor learning community that encourages children and families to get out in nature. Students learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math, Outdoor Skills, Volunteerism and Leadership through hands-on, immersive lessons focused on nature. With a bachelor’s degree in psychology, multiple years teaching K-5, and experience working with exceptionalities, Jennifer's  great at modify...

ETB 20: From Special Ed Student to Special Ed Teacher, Consultant and Master IEP Coach; Helping the Neurodiverse Community Navigate Life with Shae Spears

In this episode I talk with Shae Spears, a Special Education teacher who has personally walked the journey of life with a disability.  With Dyslexia, an auditory processing disorder and ADHD,  Shae struggled all through school, never really learning to read or even comprehend what she was supposed to be reading. Shae was part of the first group of students to receive services under IDEA (The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) of 1975.  IDEA is a law that makes available a free app...

Brewed Blessings: A Community Coffee Shop with a Whole Latte Love!

In this episode I talk with Angela Bishop, owner of Brewed Blessings, a community coffee shop where special needs adults can gain meaningful employment and education in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.  Angela sees everybody as an individual.  Since God loves us all she believes we should love each other for who we are no matter what our differences are. Five years ago, Angela had a dream of opening a coffee shop that employs individuals with special needs.   She knows God definitely called he...

ETB 19: Brewed Blessings: A Community Coffee Shop with a Whole Latte Love with Angela Bishop

In this episode I talk with Angela Bishop, owner of Brewed Blessings, a community coffee shop where special needs adults can gain meaningful employment and education in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.  Angela sees everybody as an individual.  Since God loves us all she believes we should love each other for who we are no matter what our differences are. Five years ago, Angela had a dream of opening a coffee shop that employs individuals with special needs.   She knows God definitely called he...

ETB 19: Brewed Blessings: A Community Coffee Shop with a Whole Latte Love!

In this episode I talk with Angela Bishop, owner of Brewed Blessings, a community coffee shop where special needs adults can gain meaningful employment and education in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.  Angela sees everybody as an individual.  Since God loves us all she believes we should love each other for who we are no matter what our differences are. Five years ago, Angela had a dream of opening a coffee shop that employs individuals with special needs.   She knows God definitely called he...