Jennie is part of a neurodiverse family in NC who finds peace and clarity in western North Carolina nature. This is her story.
@jennieventures is a mom of three who moved a year ago from Charlotte to western North Carolina.
Jennie is part of a neurodiverse family who finds peace and clarity in nature. Before kids, she worked as a social worker and educator and spent years helping families and advocating for children with developmental disabilities and mental health-related needs.
She’s teaming up with Cardinal & Pine on a new series exploring wester NC and talking about the world of neurodiversity. Check it out.
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