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Sparkling Hope Blog
Inspiration, Guidance, and Support for a Brighter Tomorrow
At Sparkling Hope Blogs, we believe in the power of knowledge, encouragement, and community. Our blog is dedicated to providing insightful articles, helpful resources, and uplifting stories to support your journey toward healing, growth, and well-being. Whether you're seeking practical advice, personal inspiration, or expert guidance, our goal is to empower you with hope and resilience every step of the way.



Refreshment for the Soul
If you are the parent of special needs children, there are simple ways to enjoy them more and find health. The way I achieved this minor...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Apr 27, 20212 min read


The Cross in our Bodies
We are walking, talking "masterpieces" created in the most amazing and marvelous fashion. The more I study the human body, the more I...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Apr 3, 20212 min read


Stories From My Morning Walks: Rotten Fruits, Rotten Roots
I readily admit that I do not have a green thumb. Maybe it's my helicopter parenting style that causes me to overwater most of my plants....
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Aug 30, 20192 min read


Stories from My Morning Walks: Leaving the Path Better
I probably look like I'm practicing for the Olympic skating division. While walking, you might see me suddenly kick my leg to the side....
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Aug 16, 20192 min read


Stories from My Morning Walks: Wag More, Bark Less
The bumper sticker said, "Wag more, bark less". I observed it on a recent morning walk. Now I see it daily since I walk by this car on my...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Aug 9, 20192 min read


My Love Affair with Sugar
I remember when we met. Like the Pavlovian dogs, every time I heard the Helm's truck whistle as a child, my mouth would water in...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Apr 26, 20192 min read


The Importance of Taking a Daily Respite
A recent Gallop Poll showed that 80% of Americans are reporting that they are stressed (1). The CDC reports that 110 million people...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Apr 13, 20193 min read


A Bright New Day
Below is the second blog I shared with you back in August 2017. My coffee mug, pictured here, had been created from my logo. Just gazing...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Apr 5, 20192 min read


Breathe Life!
Sweet memories float by like bubbles blown into a soft breeze. I feel revived when I let my mind drift over beautiful thoughts. It would...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Mar 1, 20192 min read


Smiles on My Fridge
I can still visualize our kitchen from my teenage years. The side of our fridge was always a mass of photos and upcoming events. I vowed...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Nov 30, 20182 min read


Mosquito Land
Although summer has ended, we are still experiencing problems with mosquitoes. It is more than a nuisance, it's become downright...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Oct 5, 20181 min read


The Magical Medicine of Music
Music and its many benefits have been woven into the fabric of my life. Sunday morning memories of my mom's sweet humming as she prepared...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Sep 28, 20183 min read


Social Isolation Can Kill You
Isolation can cause premature death in the elderly, a risk that is comparable to smoking. It can be just as deadly as obesity...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Aug 24, 20182 min read


Disabled Parenting: How to Thrive!
Raising a child is no easy task for anyone, but when a parent has a disability, it can be all the more challenging. If you're...
By Guest Blogger, Martin Block
Aug 3, 20183 min read


How to Fulfill Your Desires with this Secret
I still remember my caffeine-free days with delight. Why? It's simply because I love coffee and I was able to stop drinking it. With each...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Jul 6, 20182 min read


Making Crooked Paths Straight
I looked in horror into my rear view mirror as a semi tractor-trailer truck was speeding toward me. It was 10:00 pm and I was driving...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Mar 2, 20183 min read


How to Transform Broken Dreams
When my son was young, someone gave me the famous essay called "Welcome to Holland" written by Emily Perl Kingsley about having a child...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Feb 9, 20183 min read


Letting Go
Raising special needs kids is best described as a blend of pushing forward and pulling back. Our difficulty in letting go is sometimes...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Jan 26, 20186 min read


Sparkling Joy!
For me it's children, animals and watching people laugh. These are a few of my favorite things! They bring me joy unending. At this...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Dec 29, 20172 min read


Desperate for Respite?
You know the dream. Quiet sandy beaches and blue skies. You're walking on the crunchy sand while warm water dances on your toes. Your...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Oct 20, 20173 min read
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