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Advocate Moms and Quarterback Amnesia
Just as football quarterbacks have to forget an interception or other unfortunate outcome to continue on to a big win, parents who advocate in the best interests of their children with disabilities may need to employ serial amnesia to put aside setbacks in the moment and create the best possible opportunities every day.
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