I’m sure many of you can relate to the fact that life has definitely been life-ing. With that being said, I wanted to share that after a very long and expensive journey I finally have a special needs trust in
Yesteryear…
June 26, 2024
Tagged: I am Not My Williams, The Daley Times, Williams Syndrome
It feels like just yesteryear when I was shedding tears because Dale came home with a new haircut and he wasn’t even one yet. I wept for days 😂 Fast forward to a few months ago, Dale spotted a few
I got it done…
April 26, 2024
Tagged: I am Not My Williams, The Daley Times, Williams Syndrome
Dale, who is almost three weeks into his new position, decided to give us a detailed account of his day. So of course his grandmother and I were all ears, with grandma getting more information since she picks him up.
Cheer To New Beginnings…
April 4, 2024
As Dale and I raised our mocktails in a toast to his new job and the potential for limitless opportunities, I couldn’t help but reminisce on how it seems like just yesterday he was a child. “Proud” doesn’t even begin
Everyone can be of service…
March 26, 2024
Tagged: The Daley Times, Williams Syndrome
Last weekend, Dale had the privilege of volunteering at the food bank with his grandpa. It was a heartwarming experience that reminds us ALL the importance of giving back to those in need. Volunteering gives him a sense of fulfillment
This is 29…
March 2, 2024
Tagged: I am Not My Williams, The Daley Times, Williams Syndrome
This post may be almost three months overdue, but the time we had was nothing short of amazing. I planned a surprise birthday trip for Dale. Although he was aware of the trip, the details remained undisclosed until we headed
The Mysterious Distressed Jeans…
February 23, 2024
Tagged: I am Not My Williams, The Daley Times, Williams Syndrome
Have you ever had a clothing mishap that left you scratching your head in confusion? Well, Dale attended choir rehearsal in his beloved jeans and emerged with the beginnings of distressed denim. Attempting to extract the details from him was
“Hi-ho, Kermit the Frog here!”
November 11, 2023
Tagged: The Daley Times, Williams Syndrome
For my baby shower for Dale a very dear friend of my mother’s gifted me a Kermit the Frog bowl set. It has been Dale’s favorite bowl to eat out of since he was old enough to eat solid foods.
Dale Day…
September 17, 2023
Tagged: The Daley Times
What comes around about every 30-45 days? Glad you asked, it’s Dale Day. That means grandpa picks Dale up in the morning and they spend the day together. If the 45 days mark is approaching, Dale is calling. He doesn’t
And then there’s karaoke…
September 9, 2023
Dale took to the stage and sang his heart out at karaoke. He sang Stevie Wonder, of course, “As.” Then he tackled Lou Rawls’ “You’ll Never Find Another Love Like Mine.” And let’s not forget Public Enemy’s “Can’t Truss It.”
Mariachi Anyone?
September 4, 2023
Tagged: I am Not My Williams, The Daley Times, Williams Syndrome
Dale attended a Marachi performance and he had a ball. Music and dance are two of Dale’s love languages. Of course it’s because that means he gets to socialize and meet new friends. I personally was tuckered out and had