The Linda’s Life Blog
Stories, reflections, and insights from Linda Smith on advocacy, nonprofit leadership, family, and the life experiences that have shaped her journey as a speaker, author, and champion for individuals with disabilities.
My Son has Down Syndrome, but He’s the Strongest Person I Know
Sometimes people praise me for my patience or express sympathy for my “situation” when they find out my son has
Advice I’d Give My 18-Year-Old Self
Looking back on my life, I've walked a path that I don't think I could have imagined at the age
Lessons I Learned While Writing My First Book
Throughout my life, like all of us, I've learned lesson after lesson. Experiences have shaped me into being the person that
March 2019: Book Festivals Around the World
I’m diving head-first into the author world! In honor of my upcoming book “Unwanted,” I’ve decided to write a monthly
Where You Are Does Not Define Who You Are
Look around at the most successful people you know. Do you know their life story? Do you automatically assume their
The Key to Fundraising is Compassion, Not Sales
A non-profit leader recently wrote, “Linda, you honestly live in a class of your own when it comes to fundraising.”
Why I Decided to Write the Book “Unwanted”
All my life I have been told that my story is unique. As a motivational speaker, I meet many people