We are excited to announce board member Jo Hughes and her family were featured on Fox to talk about A Special Blend and our impact in the community.

As a noun - a feeling or deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired. 
Synonyms: pleasure, joy, delight, gratification, fulfillment, satisfaction, a sense of achievement "take pride in a good job well done"
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As a verb - to be especially proud of a particular quality or skill. 
Synonyms: be proud of, be proud of oneself for, take pride in, take satisfaction in, congratulate oneself on, pat oneself on the back for

​I define pride.... watching my children reach above and beyond their comfort levels and shine.

I define pride.... standing next to my very shy special needs daughter, in front of a crowd, (with her headphones on because you know...the noise) and clearly tell the crowd what her jobs are in the community and why she likes
them.

I define pride.... in the appreciation and participation of countless hours and dedication of this group to promoting pride and success of special needs people.

We are on our way folks...we have had four successful fundraising events in small settings (but still have a long way towards our goal). Please like us Facebook and check out our website at aspecialblend.org. 

Once upon a time, there was a child who didn’t quite develop like all the other children. She had some delays in walking, talking, and playing with blocks. Then one day the pediatrician told her parents, “there is something not quite right,” and the epic onslaught of specialists and tests began the journey of abundant uncertainty for this scared family.