Down syndrome is not wonderful…..wait are we allowed to say that? | Down syndrome Achievement Center, Syracuse NY
We read a quote this week on Instagram that stuck. We are a place where celebration is east to come by. Little ones taking first steps, young adults getting first jobs, or going on collage interviews etc. We LOVE to celebrate your hard work, determination and success!
With that said we also are really great place to come when life is hard or scary. We have a community of moms and dads who “get it”, moms, dads, siblings and friends who have been there done that. We are all here for you. If/when you find yourself in a spot where you need advice or just a “you can do this it will be ok” we are here, reach out. It is ok to say Down syndrome is not wonderful BUT my kid (my life) is amazing and I am so glad we get to be in it.
“I’ve been guilty of painting rainbows over Down syndrome in the past- it’s easy to misspeak how wonderful Fiona is and make it seem like Down syndrome is wonderful. Down syndrome it self is not wonderful. It is not wonderful to have a lower then average IQ, it’s not wonderful to have it harder in life, it’s not wonderful to have life threatening medical conditions and other unpleasant things the extra chromosome can cause. But the people with Down syndrome are wonderful. It’s wonderful to see life through innocent eyes. It’s wonderful to witness someone overcome hardship. It’s wonderful to get to know a person for who they are, to experience different things, to find beauty in unexpected places and to live with a thankful heart. When I look at this little girl I am overcome with gratitude that I get to be her mother.” Shannon Blaeske (find her here on IG )
Let’s share what we do think is awesome!
Jared is awesome! He takes his job seriously and works hard. He is not done dream big dreams and making those dreams come true. BRAVO Jared YOU ARE AWESOME!
Ellie is awesome! Ellie is falling in love with her baby brother and starting a new preschool adventure. Those are big deals and Ellie YOU ARE AWESOME!
Amy is awesome, Amy has this amazing personality trait that just makes you feel loved and wanted. She is one of our top volunteers, always ready to help and share with people about the Playhouse. We would be so sad without her. Amy YOU ARE AWESOME!
Emily is awesome. Emily is an artist, a comedian and a great friend! We are so glad she is here, EMILY YOU ARE AWESOME!
Ava is awesome. Sister, student, dancer and all around great kid. Ava does not let much slow her down and we love that about her. AVA YOU ARE AWESOME!
Nadia is awesome. Look at all these people she has to keep track of! Nadia is determined and from where we stand has a very bright future. Her spunk and will to do hard things are some of her best assets, of course we look forward to all the greatness she will share with us in the future. NADIA YOU ARE AWESOME!
Gabby is awesome. She is a senior in high school, she has a smile that could melt the coldest of hearts, she is a friend and a girl friend, she is an amazing cheerleader and Gabby has a very bright future. GABBY YOU ARE AWESOME!
These are just a few quick examples of all the wonderment in our community. So while Down syndrome is not wonderful…..Jared, Ellie, Amy, Emily, Ava, Nadia and Gabby (plus many many many more individuals) are so very WONDERFUL!
We love to hear from you, what is wonderful about your loved one? Please leave us a comment here or on FB (pictures always welcomed)
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