How my daughter and an ordinary day at a park made me amazed at this thing called "life." Continue Reading
March 25, 2014
What some moms have learned from having children with Down syndrome
With World Down Syndrome Day happening last Friday, several moms shared their thoughts on having children with Down syndrome. Here are some excerpts. Continue Reading
March 20, 2014
World Down Syndrome Day in the news
Today, my daughter and I had the opportunity to talk about World Down Syndrome Day with John Ramsey on WAVE Listens Live on our local NBC affiliate. Above is the video of the segment and below are links regarding the topics we discussed. Continue Reading
March 19, 2014
Dear future mom expecting a child with Down syndrome
I hope you'll join the million of others who have watched the above video, produced through a collaboration of organizations including the Jerome Lejeune Foundation and Saving Downs. I already expect what some will think of it. Here's what I have to say about that. Continue Reading
March 17, 2014
You are not alone: people are working to make a better life for individuals with Down syndrome
This past weekend, I had the unexpected honor of receiving an award for my service as Down Syndrome of Louisville's past president. I share these remarks for a couple of reasons. Continue Reading
March 13, 2014
Our story: siblings, Down syndrome, & unexpected beauty
A good friend found this photo of my kids earlier this week and posted it to Facebook. I found myself transfixed by it. I wonder if you see what I see? Continue Reading
January 29, 2014
From the News Page: Son with Down syndrome “a gift from God” says Rep McMorris Rodgers
Today's news features only positive news: Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers talked about her son and Down syndrome in response to President Obama's State of the Union address, a Chelsea football club, an Irish cartoon, a toddler wanting to get on the Ellen show, a movie screening, and an image that answers what to call someone with Down syndrome. Enjoy. Continue Reading
January 24, 2014
From the News page: Mothers’ experience
Over at the News page, today's entries feature the lessons learned by moms raising their children with Down syndrome. Continue Reading
December 12, 2013
Keep calm & build confidence
Two videos that came across social media this week shared a related lesson about what can be learned from living through a difficult period: confidence. Continue Reading
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