WXYZ: Scarlet’s Smile inclusive playground under construction!
COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WXYZ) — When former WXYZ anchor Stephen Clark took his granddaughter to playgrounds with equipment for children with disabilities he noticed a problem. The playgrounds separated children with special needs from other children. Parts of the playground …
Thank you L. Brooks Patterson
L Brooks Patterson was a huge fan and supporter of Scarlet’s Playground. He came on short notice to the tree cutting kick off party last year despite his staff doubting his acceptance of the invitation. He said “he’d never miss …
What’s New
It has been forever since I added to this blog! Seems like a lot has happened and I’ve been extremely busy. You moms and dads know how that goes… It’s wrapping up the end of the school year, and Scarlet …
Day to Day
I just launched the very first blog. You guys, I’m a blogger 😀 As with everything else in my life, Scarlet has pushed me out of my comfort zone. Today, I sit with her in an orthotics office. We’re waiting …
Let’s Start from the Beginning
It’s been 5 years and 5 months since Scarlet was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She’s a type 2, so her life span or “expiration date” is a little more typical to you and me. But more on that later… …