If you are new around here, let me introduce myself. My name is Amanda Owen and through Pieces of Me, I share my journey of being a sibling to someone with a rare disability, a founder and director of a nonprofit serving those with intellectual disabilities, and finding balance as a working mom, wife, and business leader.

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Today, on Giving Tuesday, I hope you will consider supporting @puzzlepiecesky.

Have you checked out the wonderful world of @accessible.adventures? Kristy Cook is a special needs mom and the content creator behind the platform. She strives to inspire other medically complex families to get out in nature and highlights accessible locations to do so across her social media platforms. Her family pushes for inclusion for all and spreads disability awareness, reminding us all that adventure knows no bounds.

We haven’t exactly cracked the code, and some days, I might seem ready to throw a punch. However, a key lesson we’ve embraced is giving each other space to evolve as individuals. It’s been a challenging journey, but it’s been crucial for bringing us to where we are today. We’ve transformed from the people we were on our wedding day.

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Leading a nonprofit organization that I founded has been a journey of passion and purpose. Every day, I wake up inspired, driven by a deep desire to make a positive impact in the world.

Opening doors to share my story, heart, and gifts with the world hasn’t been a breeze.

Discussing Nick’s future and the potential responsibility of caring for him weighs heavily on my parents.

This Black Friday, Scout and I encourage you to celebrate the spirit of community and support local businesses!