I asked some of my friends, who also have children with Down Syndrome, if they could share some of the comments and questions they have had to listen to over the years.🌻 “He’s so special.” “I think every person is special in their own way. His feelings are pure; what you see is what you get….
I recently contributed to the Making Chromosomes Count website, a little something that recalls the moment Darcy came in to the world to the sound of applause and cheering.🌻 “Not long after this, I once again fell pregnant. With Caleb and Blake, I had glowed through each pregnancy and this one was no different, apart…
By Me A little something I wrote for the Celebrate T21 With Us blog 🌻 “Darcy, you are an amazing young man that fills our home and our hearts with so much joy. Your ability to know when someone needs a hug, a laugh, or a pat on the back is something I wish that everyone…
The things they don’t tell you…. The amazing community of families you are going to become wonderful friends with. The ones that are going to support you and understand all the emotions you are going through. They will have the best advice and will be there for you no matter what. Absolutely no judgment whatsoever….
I recently contributed to the Making Chromosomes Count website, a little something that provides an insight into the dual learning education structure that Darcy experienced & blossomed with. 🌻 “Dual schooling sounded perfect. He would get the benefits of the life skills, speech, OT, physio and many other things the specialist schools offer, and he…
BAM Arts Inc is an all abilities dance group run by Lisa and Kevin Murphy. They originally started the group for their son Buster who wanted to dance and perform but couldn’t find the right place for him. So, the group BAM (Bust A Move) was born. They have recently expanded on the services they…
100 Mile Foodie is a local company run by Marlene Hoff. She provides workers to work with people with disabilities to help teach them about cooking, nutrition and independent living skills. We first heard about this company from a friend and as soon as I heard about it, my mind started working in overdrive. Darcy…
The Disabled Surfers Association provide an opportunity for people of all abilities, size and age to surf in the ocean. They are an organization of volunteers from all walks of life, giving people and their families a wonderful opportunity. We first learned about this organization when Darcy was quite young, through friends that had participated…
Variety – the Children’s Charity supports kids and families who are facing many challenges through sickness, disadvantage or living with special needs. They help to allow kids gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. They make sure the kids who miss out, can always…