October

 October 1

Charlotte is excited that she’s attending classes at Northland Pioneer College but now she’s excited that Northern Arizona University is becoming a part of their life as well. The girls are honored to be a part of a big research project that’s been in the process for over 15 years with exoskeleton. Your body is actually stronger with the skeleton on the outside of your body, lots of military research as well as mimicking the idea of insects and arthropods. It’s so fascinating imagining getting so many people upright! #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #exoskeleton #northernarizonauniversity #humanperformancelab #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #cerebralpalsyhacked #ataxiaawareness

October 2

#generalconference #happysabbath #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #everyonehappierandhealthier #letyourlightshine

October 3

Special Olympics Unified is having a fundraiser to prepare to go to regionals. And to get new uniforms because we’re starting a softball Unified team, inspired by my son Harrison because he loves baseball please reach out or message me if you’d be interested in supporting the Special Olympics Unified team I feel honored to get to be part of a worldwide Unified Movement! #playunified #inclusionrevolution #inclusionmatters #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier

October 6

They Were so fabulous last night!!! We are really enjoying our new Choir director/teacher! He teaches music at the other schools too and my little Harrison got so excited when Mr. Peterson got up on stage and said, "Do you know why everyone is cheering?... because he's a really good teacher and he's funny and makes everyone laugh." So...thank you so much for being a fabulous teacher! I heard it was national teacher day, so Shout out all our amazing teachers! Beyond grateful for all you do and will do for my children.

It was an incredible concert last night. I love that they sang Hymns too. My favorite song and family Motto... "Have I Done Any Good in the World Today" It was beautiful. Thank you to my talented girls for performing so beautifully, and all their awesome friends in the choirs~ amazing!!! And I loved what Mr. Peterson said to the audience, He praised all the parents on raising such wonderful kind kids. I love that they have each other as friends. I spent the last couple weeks at the High School teaching and love the kindness the kids have for each other. Remember in this tough world out there we need each others' love and kindness! Kuddos to Snowflake High School.

October 7 I had a good friend share this with me! Awesome and so true!

I love this visual. “The importance of smaller steps.” Powerful

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General Conference and trip to Kanab and Cedar Temple during the beautiful fall.

October 8

Holy Moly!! All these kids/adults are getting some serious skills with Bocce!! Awesome and got really competitive today!!

Congratulations

and great job at Regionals We feel so much love, honor and gratitude to get to be their coaches and some fun celebrations with our little man!! The party has just begun Happy Birthday Harrison #playunified #specialolympicsarizona #bocceball #regionals #congratulations #cerebralpalsyhacked

   

October 9

Yay yay yay! Got to celebrate my little man and take him out to lunch today! We had such a busy weekend his birthday kind of got lost in the shuffle so today is the big day!! Loved our waitress she made him feel so special. Lol! We have the best community I can’t believe he’s 11 years old We had kind of a exciting triumphant little story. So years ago like any parent we started collecting fun toys for our kids and as teachers I had a whole Lego set with a Lego table and couldn’t wait for my Littles to use it well, one after another my children were born with a special needs/disease and disability. Their fine motor skills would not allow their little fingers to pinch the little Legos and put them together… so with saddened hearts, recognizing more and more our kids’ disabilities and learning to accept it… we eventually got rid of all the Legos along with other things. Fast forward a few years…. Even though my kids have cerebral palsy And other severe learning disabilities… we have pursued and learned how to activate our children’s bodies to work at their best And we have made a discovery by working with other mothers and kids and continuing therapies and nutritionthat my little man can pinch Legos together and build cool airplanes!! I got so excited and searched all over Facebook marketplace and bought a big tub of Legos for his birthday my mama heart is overjoyed! Don’t give up when your children aren’t doing things others are and moving along at their own rate. “Forward is forward no matter the pace!” I love my little man and I’m so excited about his thrill and curiousity for life

October 12

Wish her lots of love and luck!!

So proud of her she’s going in for her first interview!

 

As crazy as it sounds! since we started Charlotte on the collagen with 10 peptides she has started to say her ABC’s BACKWARDS very quickly! HAS blown a neurologist and doctors away!! Her Cerebellum is shriveled up and her white and gray brain matter are deformed she is developmentally delayed and struggles in motor planning and suddenly she can say her ABC’s backwards very quickly?wow!!! I am mind blown I thought collagen was only for the skin and now I have learned that it lines all her organs her joints and every tidbit of her brain. .

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Wahoo!!! So we leave JC Pennys after her interview, she wanted to record to share it with everyone! She yelled it with such excitement people in the parking lot cheered her on! I was dying laughing and crying at the same time. Breaking down barriers I’m so proud of her and so grateful that JC Pennys is willing to be supportive and inclusive #myheartissoaring #everyonehappierandhealthier #playunified #workunified #inclusionmatters #jcpennies #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether

October 13

 

Incredible night, love learning and growing together. Everyone Happier and Healthier

it was neat to see my two oldest girls share and teach in front of the room. Love seeing them grow in an environment of learning health and personal growth. Thank you to our doctors and friends who drove up the mountain to join us. Amazing!! Thank you doctors for sharing your wealth of knowledge. Beyond grateful our motto is Everyone Happier And Healthier so please reach out if you would like to learn and be a part️ #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #everyonehappierandhealthier #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether

October 14

Hey did you know that the library offers activities for teenagers year-round! I had no idea until they asked me to come volunteer and teach art! so awesome that our community has so many wonderful things for our kids to help them explore and learn. Thank you #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #community #teenagers #exploringart

October 15

We love love love our animals!!! We have learned to activate them like we do our family/children And so…. Ok other Pet Lovers!!!

I Got YOU!!

Petandim is seriously I think one of my favorites! Check this out!

Did you know that dogs experience oxidative stress 8x faster than humans do? We all love our pets and want to give them the very best chance to live long and have a full life!

This is where the little yellow activator comes in. Look at the pics below.

Look at these dogs that are from the same litter!!

One is activated with nrf2, one is not! Crazy!!!

If your dog has lost its "Spunk" and can no longer jump in the bed of the truck anymore then you should take a look at this.

Dr. Lee Seward DMV speaks in my client group on the power of Petandim (nrf2 for dogs).

Dr. Seward was in the research team at Merck animal health when they developed heart guard 30 for dogs and IVOMEC for cattle and horse vaccines!!! His knowledge to animal health is very impressive and needs to be heard! If you would like the recording drop a and I will send you the link to join! Or personal message me.

Happy Weekend!!! I got to enjoy some well needed time on the Palmer Ranch today with our Sweet Giant Mony. #billyidol #monymony #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #lovehorses #loveourdogs #nrf2activation

October 16

Lots of little miracles…. Tender Mercies!! First Harrison is balancing in the middle of a river He did say the mud helped him to stay in place and he held a slimy fish for the first time(his face says it all) And then they made it home after a big storm at Black River. So beyond grateful for safety and prayers. They were supposed to be home late last night but because of the flooding and rains they had to camp up high and couldn’t get out and leave till this morning. (the whole time they were out of service) so my mind started to panic especially after his brothers started to worry. They were talking about getting ready to send a search party, if he didn’t call within the hour. And we were so grateful that a text dinged through! Thank you to our friends and family who said prayers to keep them safe and my heart calm (Yes I was dying laughing and relieved when Loren sent me the picture of them getting out) Harrison looks like he’s having so much fun and completely oblivious to everything. Lol! or maybe his little heart and mind knows that they were being looked after.#madnesswiththemerrillbudz #grandadventures #cerebralpalsyhacked #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #stayactivated

October 17

-Beautiful celebration of this amazing silly team tonight!

we had a Special Olympics Unified awards banquet to celebrate their accomplishments at regionals The focus tonight was to be your own best coach, talk nicely to yourself! Give yourself compliments and cheer yourself on. remember a favorite scripture “…to love thy neighbor as thyself.” Loving thyself is important too and sometimes we tend to forget that.

October 18 -Awesome Day celebrating this girl!!!

Her own special holiday to be extra extra loved on. She deserves it. Happy Birthday to my strong, vibrant, beautiful Kalicia!! Thank you all for making her feel extra special today. Love that she has such wonderful friends. And of course got to enjoy her traditional birthday lunch at Eva’s thank you ladies!! Always such a treat Love you Kika! You are such a joy and a courageous woman! I can’t believe my teeny tiny preemie is 17 years old #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #happybirthday #loveyoumore

  

October 19 -Ninja Disciples versus the Royals! So much fun

kickball tournament was awesome! these kids were fabulous! I love the team connections, the confidence and friendships they made. Families, friends/spectators were just as entertaining as well! And the cotton candy, drinks and popcorn delicious! thank you for all the fun and support! Way to go kids #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether#everyonehappierandhealthier #stayactivated #cerebralpalsyhacked #LoveourWard

Auditions tonight

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

October 20

Dress Rehearsals for Saturday… only a little nervous then off to the Hall of Flames with the Flake family! Looking forward to the weekend #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #cerebralpalsyhacked #livelifeactivated #phoenixconventioncenter

 

October 22

Love our doctors Powerful conference love learning Hello family of no excuses…

Love

Vision

Heart

Belief

Inspiration

#worldlovemission.

October 23. Wow!!! Remarkable weekend!! “Law of Love” Love and serve others, help others take those steps that seem so giant sometimes towards healing

sometimes it’s physical, but also emotional and mental “When you let your light shine, you allow others to shine their light” Everyone Happier and Healthier Activate Wellness don’t forget one of the most important scriptures “love thy neighbor as thyself. Don’t forget to love and honor thyself. #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #activatewellness #nutrigenomics #activateremarkable #cerebralpalsyhacked #amazingpeople

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October 25 … Nothing like a peaceful beautiful evening at the pumpkin patch

and then got right to painting! I love that my son loves to be a little artist. and he gets support from his sisters. Charlotte’s off busy in college missing all the fun decorating. my little people are growing up. #miracles #willisfarmpumpkinpatch #livelifeactivated #stillinawe #everyonehappierandhealthier #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #pumpkinpatch #pumpkinpainting #spiderman

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October 26 Happy Birthday Grandpa Pember I love my dad so much grateful for his example of teaching me hard work. He’s a fun grandpa too!!

October 28 -OK I might’ve ruined this little guy‘s life!

yes He is 11 years old! And I forget that he’s not my cute little boy anymore. Harrison didn’t even want to flex for me! I think I embarrassed the heck out of him! And of course I still didn’t get it and chased him down videoing. Charlotte on my heels running behind me. It was probably such a horrific scene for him with parents laughing at me I was lucky to snap a quick picture with him. OK parents teach me a lesson! When do they not become your cuddly little guy in public? I just drove away feeling like I just ruined his manhood. Lol! but to my defense it wasn’t that long ago that I had to help them walk in the parade or push them in wheelchairs. #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #cerebralpalsyhacked #halloweenparade #igoofed

October 28

I just dropped my college girl off for work at JC Pennys first day on the job and she’s so excited! Charlotte loves that her occupational therapy that she’s been practicing folding clothes for a long time Is now it’s gonna pay off, all those detailed fine motor skills. congratulations Charlotte! I just stayed in the car waved good bye and wished her good luck. Lol #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #cerebralpalsyhacked #inclusionmatters #jcpenny

 

October 29

Come join us!! Happy Halloween #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #everyonehappierandhealthier #specialolympicsunified #playunified.

Halloween

Parties and Homecoming!!! Love that my kids know how to party love having all these teenagers at our homelove the friendships Now off to chaperone the Homecoming Dance #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #cheerleaderzombies #happyhalloween #homecoming.

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October 30. “Be still and know that I am God” One of my most favorite scriptures in Psalms. Harrison shared that scripture from the pulpit during the program. It’s always a beautiful Sunday when we get to hear from the children during church. I loved hearing my little man speak from his heart from the pulpit. All the children did an incredible job sharing their testimonies of their Savior. And I am learning “ being still” is not the same for everyone. Lol! I love that Harrison loves to run!

#madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #psalms #lovethesabbath #bestillandknow #cerebralpalsyhacked #everyonehappierandhealthier

Kat-Had the most AMAZING weekend with little girl!!! It was so amazing to be able to shower her with an abundance of love She met a lot of her new family, and absolutely loved all of them I don't even have the words to express how much gratitude, love and excitement that was shared and experienced this weekend! I love you my little baben!! And I'm so blessed to be able to share this lovely family with you

October 31 -Happy Halloween from the Merrill Family!! Super Heroes tried to save our cheerleader from the zombies but were unsuccessful!! #cheerleaderzombie We had a fun weekend of celebrations because we knew today was the day I flew my sister to Wyoming!! we are missing all the fun Halloween festivities but on a mission to save my sister and get her well She is such a blessing in my life and I selfishly need her to stick around. Love you Satya and prayers these doctors and procedures will be guided to recovery #madnesswiththemerrillbudz #merrillsworktogetherplaytogetherstaytogether #lifeishard #lovelife #everyonehappierandhealthier #livelifeactivated #lovemysister