The Family Career Woman

When I was growing up my mother taught me to never let anything hinder me from learning, growing, and accomplishing my goals. My mother was also an educator so I was always expected to perform well in my classes in spite of having a seizure disorder. It was often said to my teachers "Keep a close eye on her but don't give her any special treatment, and don't treat her like she's slower than any other kid." Although I am so glad that my mother taught me to never allow a disability to hinder me I often wish that she had taught me my limitations a little more, because now I am either stubborn about sitting down and getting the care I need; or I am just now learning them. When it comes to my kids I sort of live by the same philosophy, but with more knowledge I'm able to teach my children simple things that will help them to live and cope in addition to not allowing anything to hinder them. Both my son and daughter have epilepsy like me, and although that is unfor...