by Karen Tiplady. RyansRally Comment: Karen and her family have been friends with the Diviney’s for some 15 years. They first met when Bryan, Karen’s husband, coached Ryan’s sister, Kari, in softball when she was just 7 years old. The relationship between the families blossomed throughout the years as Ryan and Kaitlyn (the Tiplady’s daughter) became close […]
Archives for June 2013
Austin Vantrease Parole Hearing Scheduled (2013)
Note: The following post (just like this entire website) is my opinion and the truth as I understand it. Several weeks ago — in early June — I received an official-looking envelope from the West Virginia Department of Corrections. I knew what it was before even opening it. It was to tell me that Austin Vantrease […]
My Birthday Wish is SImple
Today. My birthday. Or, as I call it, just another day. Let’s face it, my only birthday wish will not come true today, if ever. Beyond this, as much as I’d like to kick back and relax, taking full advantage of the inherent laziness that comes with one’s birthday, it’s just not possible. Ryan needs […]
Guest Post: The Enormity of Brain Injury
by Paula Yocom Sometimes when I walk on the path that leads to the backyard of the Diviney house, I imagine the sounds of kids running around, laughing and having fun. I see parents smiling, enjoying the beauty of a warm summer’s day. Then the picture fades into time and I see the colorful flowers […]
Just One More Time. Forever is Worth it.
I am constantly reminded of just how wonderful my son was to others. By now, you realize I try to temper my respect and admiration of Ryan as to not come off as the parent of a child who can do no wrong, but today I’m just going to pull the”Proud Dad Card” and let the […]