What prompted me to explore my life and experiences through words, what am I most proud of, and what’s next for me? Thank you to fellow author, Colin Garrow, for inviting me to his blog and for ask such thoughtful … Continue reading
This is a long post. So, I’m going to give you the take-away points right now: Take Away Points: Examine and question the way it’s always been done. Ask yourself, “Is that true? Do we have to do it that … Continue reading
(Excerpt from my book, “D iz for Different – One Woman’s Journey to Acceptance”) We all improvise on a daily basis. We just aren’t aware of it because it happens so naturally. When we have spontaneous conversations with people during our … Continue reading
Let this moment be the teacher. “Out of clutter, find simplicity. From discord, find harmony. In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” ~Albert Einstein At times, Thomas and Lillian simply do not get along. I’m sure we’ve all experienced this … Continue reading
(Excerpt from my book, “D iz for Different – One Woman’s Journey to Acceptance” – published 2012) Flexibility, fun and faith . . . that’s a trio I definitely want in my life! There are times in our lives when fun … Continue reading
“Simplify, Simplify, Simplify” –Henry David Thoreau Doing it Different For the past several months I have been receiving kind comments and compliments regarding my complexion. I thought it was time to write a post about what I’ve been using as … Continue reading
Another summer and another Chromosome 18 Conference has come to an end. Another journey of adventures with crazy luggage, stairs, peaceful strolls along the Riverwalk, laughter, tears and …. magical moments. A journey to a place where not everyone knows … Continue reading
“The meaningful question is never what we did yesterday, but what we have learned from it and are doing today ….. No one can help with anything like someone who has been through the pain themselves.” – A Return to … Continue reading
Hey! I’m Camilla Downs (pronounced like Pamela, but with a “C”). I was named after Camilla Sparv, a Swedish actress in the 1960’s and 70’s. I’m the great great grand-daughter of a full blooded Chickasaw Indian and Irish immigrants. When … Continue reading