A Daughter's Notebook: Notes from an Unprepared Daughter

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  • Always the Nice Guys

    Always the Nice Guys

    I applied for a powered wheelchair today. For my dad. For my dad. My dad who…

  • I Acted Like Things Were Normal

    I Acted Like Things Were Normal

    I started writing this post at least 20 times. Sat down. Typed. Erased. Repeat. I’d leave…

  • Two of Me

    Two of Me

    I stare ahead, focused, intent. I know my next moves. I know what needs to be…

  • The ALS Club

    The ALS Club

    “My close friend.” “My ex’s mom.” “My best friend’s wife.” I’d only heard about ALS in…

  • This Wasn’t Part of the Plan

    This Wasn’t Part of the Plan

    “Kings go here,” my dad said as we walked through the marbled halls of the Mayo…