Do You Belong to the Club?
As a parent that has a child with Down syndrome, I love that Chris Bomgaars (Megan’s mom) from the A&E show “Born This Way” said the following (in regards to her relationship with other parents who have children with Down syndrome). “There’s a secret club that we all belong to and there’s some connection we have that is unspoken.”
This is such a powerful statement that I feel carries over well to the GiGi’s Community. For me, GiGi’s isn’t just a physical place, it’s a family, a community of people who may otherwise not be connected without a diagnosis of Down syndrome. GiGi’s and this sense of community has been such a positive life force not only my life, but my family’s life as well. I am so proud to be part of such an amazing community.
-Beth Kazmierczak, Site Coordinator GiGi’s Playhouse Tinley Park
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I feel such a strong connection with everyone connected to Down’s Syndrome. My son Mark (12) has opened a whole new world of people my wife Anne and I would of never met. Special unconditional loving people who only care about what best for all concerned.
I am SUCH a blessed, proud and GRATEFUL member of this club that I didn’t even know existed before we had our Gianna. The parents in this ‘club’ are some of the most caring and generous people I have ever known. Wouldn’t trade my ‘membership’ for anything!!
Wish there was more for the “Over 20 group”:(
When faced with a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome, my daughter said she would find a way. Part of the way was helping to bring a GiGi’s Playhouse to New York City. I helped too and was asked to say a few words at our Grand Opening. “…for the mom’s in the room, for those cares and concerns you carry deep down in your heart, we are here that deeply for you.” I believe there are conversations that a mother can only have with another mother. Sometimes words are used. GiGi’s is a comfort zone amid the reality. Richard Reilly – The Grandparent Connection.
If it doesn’t bother him then mind your own busy…
Yes cause it’s true. No matter where we come from, where we are in life’s achievements, we all can relate and connect when it comes to our special gifts, our children which happen to have Down Syndrome
I too feel an affinity when I am out and see a family with a child with Downs syndrome. I always wish I could approach them and say “Hey! I have a son with DS too!” But then I worry they will think I am a nut job! LOL…
I totally want to pick their brains!
I usually just smile and say hi!