Drumline Solo by Matt (DS in the news)

As most of you probably know, one of Logan's favorite things to do is play his drums. So when a friend of mine told me about this local story, it really hit me close to my heart. To see Logan do this someday would be incredible! I also have to say though that it makes me sad at the same time. It makes me wish that Logan could dream as big as to be an equal part of the band like all the other students...but I will dream for him today, that he will someday be a part of our high school band if that is what he wishes to do.
This video starts off with the drumline doing there thing, but pay attention as is goes on as Matt gets his chance to perform. Also, the story from our paper can be read here.

Today is World Down Syndrome Day

Here is a video of Sarah Palin sharing how she feels about Special Olympics. If you did not hear, our President made a negative comment towards Special Olympics and the people who compete in these games when he appeared on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno this week. You can click HERE to view it. Sarah, from Class of 2008, did the right thing by writing the President a letter. The President should not only be apologizing to Special Olympics, but also to everyone with disabilities.

Gymnast with a little something extra

Here's an uplifting story about a 17 year old who competes in gymnastics.

A school everyone would want their child to attend...

Thanks, Bethany, for sharing!

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I would like to meet Trig too!

This is a news segment I missed. I wish we could have made it to the rally in our area for the same reason.

Uplifting Story

Down Syndrome Teen Is Homecoming Queen
http://abcnews.go.com/Video/playerIndex?id=6034397

Great News for Down Syndrome

Global Institute dedicated to Down Syndrome

How Amazing for DS Awareness!!

Before last night, I had wished there was a way that more people could meet a child with DS so they could understand how amazing kids with DS are. Well, last night I think a record number of people saw an adorable little boy with DS. What a great thing for Down syndrome awareness!!

McCain Chooses Palin as Running Mate

Palin is the mother of 5 including a new baby with Down syndrome.


Here an article from April when she had her baby and a video when the news broke of her son's birth. Trig was due to be born on the same day that Logan was due, May 18th, 2008.
http://www.adn.com/news/alaska/story/380134.html

DS in the news, So You Think You Can Dance!

Logan is feeling better today. For the first time, I think his body fought off whatever was giving him the temp.

ProLife

This post was inspired by Michelle. Please also read her post on this topic and enjoy the beautiful pictures of her daughter Ruby.

As some of you may have read on my blog in the past, approximately 92% of parents who receive the prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome terminate their pregnancies. Recently, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ changed their recommendations for prenatal testing for Down syndrome. In the past, it was only recommended that women over 35 be offered the testing, now the ACOG is recommending that all women be offered the screening. Currently, when women receive the prenatal diagnosis, not all doctors are providing them with accurate, up to date information about Down syndrome. Instead, women are overly inflenced to get the testing or to terminate the pregnancy. Consiquently, even more babies with DS are not going to get a chance at life. Right now, there is a new bill in the Senate called the Brownback-Kennedy Prenatally Diagnosed Condition Awareness Act that will hopefully ensure support and proper information for parents who receive a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome.
After having my son and meeting so many families who have children with Down syndrome in person and online, it's clear to me that if the families facing a diagnosis of DS could meet our kids, they would see how wonderful and beautiful our children are and how much they belong to be here with us. I wish it wouldn't have taken having Logan to open my eyes to these amazing children and their families.
If you feel strongly about this issue, please sign the petition to support the Brownback-Kennedy Prenatally Diagnosed Condition Awareness Act.

Happy Valentine's Day!

A Valentine's Day wedding for a couple with Down syndrome.
Click here to read their story and watch their video