PinnedMichael ParsonsThe Unpredictable Emotions as a Father to a Disabled SonAs a father to a disabled son, I am still learning to navigate the unpredictable emotions of grief and guilt that accompany this journey…Jul 4, 2023Jul 4, 2023
Michael ParsonsOvercoming Dad Bod: My Journey Back to Fitness and HealthWell, here we are again. A return to Dad Bod Confessions after over a year and a half since the last. The last time I wrote one of these…Nov 5, 2023Nov 5, 2023
Michael ParsonsRevisiting Last Year’s Adaptive TMNT Costume with Party Wagon Gait Trainer! — Fatherhood: ReloadedHalloween, a night of magic and wonder, holds a special place in the hearts of children worldwide. It’s a time when imaginations run wild…Oct 26, 2023Oct 26, 2023
Michael ParsonsGreene Does Greenville — Hall of Fame InductionWelcome to the latest installment of the Greene Does Greenville series, which documents our visits to Shriners Children’s Greenville, in…Oct 20, 2023Oct 20, 2023
Michael ParsonsPlayStation’s New Access Controller is Now Available for PreorderSony’s new Access controller; their accessibility-focused controller for PlayStation is set to launch on December 6. The device is now…Oct 12, 2023Oct 12, 2023
Michael ParsonsThe Next Step Forward with an Eye Gaze DeviceAs parents, we’re conditioned to expect and anticipate certain milestones from our children. We eagerly anticipate their first words, the…Sep 22, 2023Sep 22, 2023
Michael ParsonsMoments Like These — Fatherhood: ReloadedI originally posted this on my Instagram feed. You can find the original poster below. After sitting and thinking about it, I felt it…Apr 11, 2022Apr 11, 2022
Michael ParsonsA List for New Arthrogryposis ParentsLast week our son turned 1. This means I’ve been an arthrogryposis dad, and we have been arthrogryposis parents for a year now.Mar 22, 2022Mar 22, 2022
Michael ParsonsSociety makes Fatherhood a lonely roleBeing a dad to a child who has special needs is a uniquely rewarding but lonely role.Aug 11, 2021Aug 11, 2021
Michael ParsonsThe Importance of Words — Replacing Normal with TypicalWords are a funny thing. They can be powerful, hurtful, funny, telling, or emotional. We use them to communicate. To tell stories or pass…Jul 9, 2021Jul 9, 2021