May 30, 2022

Today is Someone’s Hardest Day

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I was 8 months pregnant when Sandy Hook happened. I remember standing in front of the tv for most of the day. Watching it unfold.

The children. I still remember their faces. I can still see them.

Today. Again. The children.

I have kids the same age.

Tomorrow their names will be shared. Beautiful photos. Smiles. Lives lost.

I have no wise words. Although the ones that come to mind are…

Devastated
Heartbroken
Scared
Gutted

I imagine most of the world is feeling the same way. Processing. Watching. Reflecting. Wondering how we protect our own babies.

Today is so many’s hardest day. They aren’t watching it on the news like you and me.

They are living it.

The sun will set and their new normal starts tomorrow. A tomorrow without their children.

Please God wrap them in your arms.

The parents. Grandparents. Siblings. Teachers. Friends. Family.

And the babies.

Finding Cooper’s Voice is a safe, humorous, caring and honest place where you can celebrate the unique challenges of parenting a special needs child. Because you’re never alone in the struggles you face. And once you find your people, your allies, your village….all the challenges and struggles will seem just a little bit easier. Welcome to our journey. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and join our supporter page, Coop’s Troops, for an amazing community full of support and understanding.

 

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Kate Swenson

Kate Swenson lives in Minnesota with her husband Jamie, and four children, Cooper, Sawyer, Harbor and Wynnie. Kate launched Finding Cooper's Voice from her couch while her now 11-year-old son Cooper was being diagnosed with autism. Back then it was a place to write. Today it is a living, thriving community of people who want to not only advocate for autism, but also make the world a better place for individuals with disabilities and their families. Her first book, Forever Boy, will be released, April 5, 2022.

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