EPISODE · Dec 5, 2025 · 29 MIN
Cousins, Community, Inclusion and Thanksgiving Gratitude
from Podcast Launch: Embracing Inclusion and Overcoming Challenges with Charlotte and Her Family · host Charlotte Merrill with her mom, Anna
In this warm Thanksgiving episode of So Let’s Be Friends, Charlotte gathers with her cousins to talk about what it’s like growing up together — cousins with special needs and cousins who are typical — and how family naturally teaches love, patience, and inclusion.Together they share memories, laughter, lessons they’ve learned from each other, and the gratitude that comes from belonging to a family that loves every ability.If your family is coming together this week or has come together, this episode is a reminder that inclusion begins at home — one cousin, one moment, one small act of love at a time.⸻💛 Charlotte’s Quote“Family teaches us how to include.” 💛⸻✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode🧡 How cousins create natural inclusion in everyday life🦃 Gratitude and meaningful moments from growing up together👨👩👧👦 Why family is the first community we learn from❤️ Real stories about love, patience, and helping each other💡 How typical and special needs cousins strengthen one another⸻🌐 Now streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Audible and YouTube!For more about inclusion and our mission, visit www.MerrillBudz.org🎵 (Music written and performed by Kalicia Merrill)
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In this warm Thanksgiving episode of So Let’s Be Friends, Charlotte gathers with her cousins to talk about what it’s like growing up together — cousins with special needs and cousins who are typical — and how family naturally teaches love, patience, and inclusion. Together they share memories, laughter, lessons they’ve learned from each other, and the gratitude that comes from belonging to a family that loves every ability. If your family is coming together this week or has come together, t...
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