Motherhood was not something I was always sure I wanted. The idea of motherhood scared me. I didn’t think I…
Articles by Betty Vertin
New places, new people, new things: They’re exciting! As a parent, I encourage my children to try new things, step…
I drive a massive, commercial-size, accessible, 12-passenger Dodge Promaster van with a high roof. And I love it for…
Summer! The best time of year for my kids. We are currently counting down the days left of school. In…
I had one of those moments that hit you hard with a dose of the future last week. And those…
I write my columns on Tuesdays. I do this because I procrastinate. My deadline is Wednesday morning, and I’m not…
I’m late to pick up the kids from school a lot now. I haven’t always been this way, though. Last…
My family has been on the Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) journey for almost 12 years. During that time, I’ve quietly…
Celebrate? Yes, we do. There was a time when I didn’t think celebrating and Duchenne muscular dystrophy could coexist. I…
During Mass on Sunday, the priest talked about an aspect of faith that acts as an infusion for the soul.