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Sparkling Hope Blog
Inspiration, Guidance, and Support for a Brighter Tomorrow
At Sparkling Hope Resources, 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.


Welcome to Autism Awareness Month!
As parents on this rocky parenting road, we need support! I created www.SparklingHope.net for information and inspiration!
Betsy Ridgway, M.S.
Apr 13 min read
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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
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Supernatural Relaxation and Easing Anxiety
"The leading cause of disability in the U.S. for ages 15 to 44 is Depression, and it affects 16 million Americans." Nearly half of all...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Jul 11, 20204 min read
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Do You Know Me?
If I knocked on your door to borrow a cup of sugar, would you know that I'm your neighbor? Like most Americans, if you live within a few...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Apr 27, 20202 min read
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Hope is More Than a Word
How does "hope" transform you from a word? Hmm, herein lies a deep secret that few find, yet it is a simple treasure to be mined. The...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Nov 8, 20192 min read
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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
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Melt Away Frustration
Sometimes I run and hide. Sometimes I fight. This is the normal reaction to stress. Lately, I have been experiencing a transformation....
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Aug 2, 20192 min read
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More Magical Medicine of Music
In last September's blog, "The Magical Medicine of Music", I detailed a list of benefits imparted to us though music. Some of these...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Jun 29, 20192 min read
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"The Song of My Hope" Just Released!
Pictured here on the right is my sister, Arlene. I'm still in a state of amazement! Over ten years ago God whispered an impossible idea...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Jun 21, 20192 min read
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Social Anxiety
I have a love-hate relationship with social settings. Growing up painfully shy sprouted many painful social memories. Yet having a fairly...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
May 24, 20192 min read
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Living with ADD
I wasn't diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder until I was in my fifties. After my counselor shared her professional opinion with me,...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
May 17, 20192 min read
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Depression and Light Therapy
I'll readily admit it. I am spoiled. I'm a California gal who loves the sunlight. I complain if it rains for more than two weeks. When I...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
May 10, 20192 min read
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Living Without Hope
Sometimes it's our children and teens. Sometimes it's us. We see it in our friends and neighbors. It seems to be infiltrating our whole...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
May 3, 20193 min read
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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
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Is Your Child Aggressive?
I'm not going to lie. This is an uncomfortable subject. As parents of kids with autism, bipolar disorder, sensory processing disorder or...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Mar 29, 20194 min read
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Has Your Child Been Bullied?
Mine has. It was devastating. I felt so helpless when it happened the first time. My emotions ranged from outraged to depressed. Of...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Mar 15, 20193 min read
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Meltdown or Temper Tantrum?
In my ignorance as a mom with a young special needs son, I made many mistakes when it came to discipline. When he would cry, scream or...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Mar 8, 20193 min read
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Video on Calming Techniques
Welcome to my first video blog! This video is a companion tool to my February 17, 2019 blog titled "The Road to Peace, Calming...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Feb 23, 20191 min read
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Withholding Recess as Punishment
Although it's been decades, the memories of frustration are still fresh. My son missed recess many times by different teachers over his...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Feb 22, 20192 min read
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The Road to Peace, Calming Techniques
I love gazing at beautiful scenes of nature like this one. Whether it's a photo or I'm actually there, I immediately start to feel my...
Betsy Kay Ridgway, M.S.
Feb 17, 20192 min read
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