My daughter is many things to different people. Her Down syndrome says something to most people even when they don’t know her. But to me, there’s one attribute that best describes my daughter. She is the most loving person I know.
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Three Truths for CHD Awareness Day
February 14 is the date to celebrate love in the hearts of two people, and it’s also Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day. Initially, our daughter’s heart diagnoses came as a shock. My husband and I didn’t know how to process the diagnoses and the treatments. Years have passed, and we now have a healthier perspective. Today, I share three truths I discovered as a mom of a child with a CHD.
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The Gift My Son Gives To His Sister
Jaycee’s Down Syndrome and medical conditions have influenced the relationship between her and my son. While Elijah is younger, he often acts like an older brother. He looks out for her even though she is bigger in size. They understand each other, even with her limited speech. So I wasn’t surprised by my son’s recent choice of a Christmas gift.