FAMOUS LAST WORDS*

“Welcome to Holland” By Emily Perl Kingsley ~ The classic story of the unexpected travels of a parent who discovers their child has a disability

“Thoughts of a ‘Special Mom’” By Maureen K. Higgins ~ The sisterhood of moms of children with disabilities… “We’re all in this together!”

“What You Should Know About My Child” [Author Unknown] ~ Poignant message from a parent to her child’s teachers

“Why I Love Mom” [Author Unknown] ~ Read how Dads are from Mars…Moms are from Venus!!!

“Somebody Said…” [Author Unknown] ~ Thoughts that ring true to ANY mom

“Children Learn What They Live” By D.L. Nolte ~ Insight into what shapes our children

“Rain” [Author Unknown] ~ Always remember to take time and smell the roses…and make memories with your children

“Like Me” By Emily Perl Kingsley ~ a young child learns tolerance when he realizes he has a lot in common with a child with special needs

More Thoughts on Mothers…, Keeping your sense of humor as you navigate the world of special education…

“Top Ten Signs…That You’re Going to Have a Bad IEP” By Colleen F. Tompko ~ Watch out David Letterman!

“Dr. Seuss’ IEPs” [Anonymous; from www.spednet.org] ~ A modern twist on a children’s classic

* The Law Office of Patricia S. Phelan would like to give proper credit to all of the authors of the “Famous Last Words” whose writings serve as an inspiration to parents of children with special needs. It is not our intention to take credit for writing any of these quotations. It is also not our desire to reprint any of these writings without the permission of their authors. All reasonable attempts have been made to identify and contact the authors for their permission to reprint their work.  Please contact us if you are aware of the author of any of the above quotations not currently attributed to an author.