More and more I am seeing new names on my client roster. Looking back on how many actually show up for their appointment can be mind boggling. Performing diagnostic assessments (DA) is an all or nothing proposition. Out of the 4-5 DA’s that may be scheduled daily, on average 2-3 may show up. The clients [...]
My name is Krylyn (pronounced cre like in creative and lin like in Linda). I have a confession to make. While other teenagers were experimenting with drugs, alcohol, sex, etc., I was in my room with a pen, notebook, and Casio keyboard writing lyrics, melodies, harmonies, and rhythms. Saturday nights were spent recording vocals. I [...]
My mother is having surgery this week. Mom worked hard after falling and breaking her leg last fall and as a result, was able to return to living semi-independently. However, something was not quite right. She complained of feeling woozy all the time and started to show noticeable signs of cognitive decline. The family, along [...]
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