Contemporary Stories

Linked short stories about the family, taking place 2015+

  • With Our Song

    Please, recognize what’s special about yourself – and others – before it’s too late.

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  • Rings and Fellowships

    Remember those teenage friendships that would last forever? Timelinepost 2.1

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  • Protect and Survive: Jonathan

    From life as a soldier to autism parenting – losing is simply not an option.

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  • Some are Here, Some are Missing

    Untraditional methods for dealing with high school reunions as a special needs parent.

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  • Confidence in Spirit

    The hardest part about wanting to help people is making way for others who are more suited to the job.

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  • All Things Born That Day

    Learning from a very unique teenager how to deal with your midlife crisis.

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  • Loss and Redemption: Carrie

    The only question that really matters to a special needs mom: Am I neurotic or is everyone else privilege-blind?

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  • Tomorrow’s Light

    Three reasons why even the most powerful magic can’t change your life.

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  • Monuments

    The things we keep in the attic can either help or harm us.

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  • Across Icy Pools

    Finding your true self is like giving birth. For a long time it is just … painful.

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  • At the Top of My List

    The best excuse for doing anything you really want but always “can’t”.

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  • Farewell to Arms?

    A single decisive moment in life can stretch on for decades.

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