Posts by jhines
A Royal Visit At The Playhouse
It can be a scary beginning for parents when they learn their child has Down syndrome, but Katlyn Aubitz is proof that a fairy tail awaits and a happy ending is almost certain when you embrace your child’s uniqueness. Katlyn has Down syndrome. She’s also a princess and published author and this week Katlyn…
Read MoreGeneration G
For a long time, Generation X captured all the headlines. Then it was Generation Y, The Millennials. Now, it’s our turn. We’re Generation G! Generation G has nothing to do with when you were born, but rather how you want to live. We live differently by not seeing difference as a weakness. We make a…
Read MoreFriendships and Fun At GiGi’s
Spring has sprung and new friendships are blooming at GiGi’s Playhouse in Fargo. I can’t tell you how how exciting that is to me. Let me introduce myself. My name is Jennifer. I’m a volunteer here at GiGi’s Playhouse in Fargo. More importantly, I’m the mother of 3 kids. My youngest, Willow, has Down syndrome.…
Read MoreWorld Down Syndrome Day
On most calendars, March 21st doesn’t stand out. But, here at GiGi’s Playhouse Fargo, 3/21 is special. That’s because it’s World Down Syndrome Day! Down syndrome occurs when there are 3 copies of the 21st chromosome, instead of 2. So, celebrating on the 21st day of the 3rd month just makes sense. But, what’s a…
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