Imagine watching your child, eyes full of wonder and joy, wanting nothing more than to run, play, and explore the world—only to be held back by the limitations of their own body. For our daughter Emma, that’s been her reality since the day she was born. Emma is five...
Imagine for a moment not being able to read this letter or see the colours in my picture It was a cold winter morning about four and a half years ago, and I was getting ready to go to work. I was applying my eye makeup in the mirror, as I did every day. This time, I...
With the arrival of warmer weather and longer days, summer can’t be too far away. Many parents are thinking of options to occupy their child’s time and make the most of the beautiful season. Many see summer camp as an opportunity for development,...
Becoming a parent is stressful. Imagine adding in significant health problems. Raising our son Eytan has been filled with highs and lows, ups and downs, tears and smiles, heartache, and joy. I have cried sad tears and happy tears. Eytan was born towards the end of the...
Fifteen summers ago, I spent my first amazing stay at Camp Massawippi. I’ve come back every year since, and I can’t wait to return again this summer. I was only seven years old when I discovered this unique camp. I don’t remember much, but my mother tells me that the...