Katie's Update

Hey, guys! My turn :) Sorry we've been gone so long; things have been really busy since school started, and I honestly don't think Kyle and I knew what to write about since we aren't together a majority of the time right now.

We have both been doing well, so now I'll give you an update on what I've been up to. I'm currently volunteering at the Children's Assessment Center in Houston as part of my child psychology class. It's sort of a safe haven for abused children, and I'm really enjoying it. Sometimes you can learn more from kids than you can from adults. These kids have been through a lot, but you would never know it. They are always smiling and making me laugh. If you need volunteer hours or are just looking for something rewarding to do with your time I really encourage you to look into the CAC.
I'll never forget what a little girl told me when she asked about my disability: "Well, everyone has a disability. Some are just easier to see than others." That's some 10 year old wisdom right there. We should all take note.

Other than that, I've just been busy with school and the usual. Now, if any of you guys have any questions for Kyle or me or ideas for future posts, please feel free to comment. For those of you that read the blog through Facebook, you can always shoot us a message. Again, we need ideas for posts, so we'd love to have your input. I would like to do question and answer posts, so ask away!

Until next time :)

Kyle Update

Hey guys Kyle here.  I know its been awhile since we've posted.  Me and Katie have been so busy since she left to go back for school.  And we both wanted to write posts together. So I'm here to give a little update on what I've been up to this semester.

As most of you know, I am in my last semester of grad school.  It had't really hit me till yesterday when I found out my comps test is two weeks away.  So keep your fingers crossed for me to do well. Mine always are ;].

I also have been very busy working and interning for two different jobs.  At nights I intern in the athletic department working study.  It can be pretty fun interacting with the various student-athletes.  And yes I do get to see some of the football players.

My other job is working for the PATHS program in the Center for Disability and Development.  The PATHS program certifies people to become direct support professionals (DSP) people with disabilities. Within the program, I am an assistant instructor since I employ DSPs through a Medicaid waiver program called CLASS.  So whoever you vote for President, please keep  in mind the candidates policies on Medicaid.

Joining the PATHS program has been a great opportunity for me.  I have learned so much about advocacy and self-determination.  Check out adapt.org and http://www.imagineenterprises.com/rickb_staff_bios.html for more info.  Also check out paths.tamu.edu. Help spread the word about  advocacy, self-determination, and the PATHS program.

Till next time, Roll out.