At this week's AUCD conference, I got to see how the 21st chromosome has transformed since 1970. Continue Reading
November 12, 2014
UCEDD What?
This week, I attended the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) annual conference where a surprising moment happened. Continue Reading
October 30, 2014
The “tender languor” of Down syndrome
What if one of the ways you could diagnose a person's genetic condition was based on how their body feels? Continue Reading
October 26, 2014
small talk (about BIG things)
I'm having the pleasure of reading Amy Julia Becker's newest book, small talk. I expect you will enjoy it as well. Continue Reading
October 13, 2014
Into our 2nd decade of Down syndrome awareness walks
My family attended our local Down syndrome walk for the 11th straight year. If you haven't already, I hope you'll make this year your first of many of attending your local organization's walk. Continue Reading
October 6, 2014
Don’t predict what a person with Down syndrome can’t do
This Saturday, after our local Down syndrome awareness walk, the film "Produce" had it's Louisville premiere. It showed how you can't predict what a person with Down syndrome will be able to do. Continue Reading
October 2, 2014
Louisville Premiere: “Produce” the Movie!
This Saturday night is the Louisville premiere of the movie Produce. What a great way to kick off National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Continue Reading
October 1, 2014
Happy Anniversary National Down Syndrome Awareness Month
October was proclaimed National Down Syndrome Month in 1984. How do you plan to celebrate this anniversary? Continue Reading
September 2, 2014
It’s official: Down syndrome is not suffering
Richard Dawkins' tweet on it being immoral not to abort a pregnancy positive for Down syndrome generated many responses. A point of consensus emerged: a life with Down syndrome does not increase suffering. If anything, it increases happiness. Continue Reading
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