Archive for September 2023

September 28, 2023   Reflections on Mountain Shadows Outreach Services   Author’s Note:  As I was writing this story, I recalled reading an article several years ago about a very special disabled lamb.   Born with severely deformed legs, the lamb was unable to stand to nurse from his mother.  He was rejected by the…

September 21, 2023   It’s NOT Just Lunch!     Seeking Matchmakers: Like YOU?   By Sheryl Wilde   Some of you may be familiar with the popular match-making service, “It’s Just Lunch”.  Those seeking a partner go on an arranged lunch date to get to know each other – and determine if there is…

  A Body with a Beautiful Soul     The True-Life Story about an Unexpected Master Teacher     At Mountain Shadows Outreach Services, our mission is to enhance lives, to encourage special needs individuals to reach for the stars, to achieve their highest potential.   Many times, we may see ourselves as teachers; however,…

    Life Lessons from . . .   Barbie???     By Sheryl Wilde   This month, we will be featuring stories about Mountain Shadows Outreach Services (MSOS).    The mission at MSOS is to open new doorways to learning through comprehensive, life-enriching experiences, including: community integration, mobility training, arts/crafts, music, sensory therapy, computer…