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November 2025
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Staying Grounded Together
With Thanksgiving fast approaching we often find ourselves rushing around, trying to get everything done. Doctors appointments, grocery shopping, and general prepping can make us feel like we can never catch a break. Amidst all of the Holiday craziness, being mindful and present can help ground us and remind us of what's important.
Practicing gratitude can be as simple as taking a breath and whispering things that we're thankful for can help us slow down and reconnect with our loved ones. Turning gratitude practices into a family activity, not only boosts happiness, but also will strengthen relationships, improve emotional tenacity, and helps everyone in the home stay grounded.
Whether you're always on the go or have some free time at home, there's always ways to make space to practice gratitude. Read along for gratitude practices to help you and your loved ones stay grounded and connected.
Celebrate Small Wins
Every night take a moment to focus on achievable daily positives. At the end of each day when the family is winding down for the night, take a minute to gather and share your small win for the day. These can be based on measurable achievements or tiny joys.
Create Gratitude Stones/ Token
Keep a small basket of smooth stones, buttons, or even beads.
Each family member picks one when some good happens, big or small
Place it in a clear jar
Over time the jar will become a visual representation of thankful moments
Highlights & Happenings
The Light Park- Frisco, TX
November 17, 2025- January 4, 2025
Enjoy a drive through light show right here in Frisco, TX. Open daily from 5:30 PM- 10 PM . The Light Park in Frisco is a drive-through holiday light show filled with glowing tunnels, colorful displays, and music you can sync to your car radio. It’s a fun, festive, stay-in-the-car experience that brings the holiday spirit to life.
Reserve your spot using this link:
Prairie Lights- Grand Prairie, TX
November 27, 2025- December 31, 2025
State of the art light display right here in Grand Prairie, TX. Features a light tunnel and magical walkthrough forest. Start by driving through and at the end feel free to park and take a look around!
Secure your spot with this link:
Peppermint Parkway - Austin, TX
November 21, 2025 - December 28, 2025
A walkthrough holiday display with so many lights, cheery characters, and so many more fun family friendly activities. So many fun activities to explore right here in Austin, TX. Open daily from 5:00 PM- 10:00 PM.
Reserve your spot with this link:
https://ticketing.peppermintparkway.com/events/01995544-598c-1dfe-c38e-401c551150a5
Holiday at the Arboretum- Dallas, TX
November 12, 2025- January 4, 2025
Holiday at the Arboretum in Dallas is a warm, magical celebration where the gardens transform into a glowing winter escape. Stroll through beautifully lit pathways, enjoy charming holiday displays, sip something warm, and soak in the festive atmosphere. It’s a cozy, family-friendly tradition perfect for getting into the holiday spirit.
Reserve your spot with this link:
https://tickets.dallasarboretum.org/dallasarboretum/events/b6ad8649-3128-f451-da34-19b894199c6a
What Does Specialized Care Look Like at Home?
Healing at Home
For families of medically fragile children, home is more than a place of comfort—it’s the center of healing, growth, and connection. Skilled nursing in the home is designed to bring high-quality medical care directly to that environment, allowing children to flourish where they feel safest and most supported.
Our pediatric nurses deliver compassionate, family-centered care tailored to each child’s unique needs. This may include managing complex medical equipment, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, supporting feeding and respiratory needs, or coordinating therapy routines. But beyond the clinical skills, our nurses offer something just as important: a reassuring presence, a calming voice, and a commitment to celebrating every milestone—big or small.
It Takes a Village
We understand the challenges parents face when caring for a medically fragile child. Our goal is to lift some of that weight from your shoulders. By providing consistent, knowledgeable, and loving care, we help families reclaim time for rest, for connection, and for simply being a family.
As an essential part of your child’s care team, we work closely with physicians, therapists, and specialists to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care. We advocate for your child’s needs, collaborate on goals, and help make sure every care plan supports their growth, comfort, and well-being.
Resources
VIVA Pediatrics Resources
In an effort to help our families, we constantly strive to provide them with relevant and helpful resources and information.
Texas Star Kids
The Texas’ Star Kids mandate threatens the lives of our weakest and most vulnerable little citizens. Join us in standing up for those who have no voice.
The Parker Lee Project
The Parker Lee Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families of children with medical needs obtain the necessary supplies & equipment, education, and support they need. While most supplies are covered by insurance, some are not, or not enough supplies are provided.
Thrive Magazine
Need Resources for your child with special needs? Thrive Magazine shares resources and stories of other families in the DFW area who are living and thriving with special needs.
"Our fate lives within us; you only have to be brave enough to see it."
-Merida (Brave)
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