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When our son Jack was born with Down syndrome, we found out we had a lot to learn. Not just about the best way to nuture our child so he would grow up as healthy as possible, but about the whole world of special needs. One thing we learned, children born in some countries who have special needs generally don't go home with their mom & dad. They go to baby orphanages. We have decided to adopt one of these little angels, a beautiful girl with Down syndrome. We found our new daughter through an organization called Reece's Rainbow. They advocate for these little ones, trying to get them into the arms of their forever families. Please go visit. There is a button on the left. These children will touch your heart.







Sunday, March 21, 2010

Today is 2 Special Days in One!!

Of course, it's World Down syndrome Day!

But even more importantly to me, today is Dashlyn's birthday. I've always thought birthdays are good days, special days, days of celebation and special attention for the birthday boy or girl. But I guess not for babies in orphanages. Will Dashlyn even get a hug today? Or a smile? Will she know we're celebrating for her? I'll post a pic of our tiny celebration for her later. So today is mostly sad. Next year, no holds barred. Next year, there will be cake and presents and family and friends and lots and lots of fun, hugs, kisses, smiles, and I'm guessing more than a few tears. Happy Birthday baby girl.
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4 comments:

  1. RKMarch 21, 2010 at 9:07 AM

    Happy Birthday, Dashlyn! We think the 21st is a great day to be born on in any month! :o)

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  2. DeniseMarch 21, 2010 at 1:31 PM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY DASHLYN!!!Please know that she is getting lots of virtual hugs for her birthday and she is loved soooo much!! I think her birthday present this year will be a little money on the "chip in" meter....what do you think...good idea???

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  3. JulieMarch 21, 2010 at 1:54 PM

    Oh Denise! That's a wonderful birthday gift! Thank you sooooo much!

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  4. Akarol25March 22, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    I understand how you feel I am in the process of adotpting a little girl and boy from the same orphange as Dashlyn and I will miss her birthday for sure and probably just miss his! Happy Birthday Dashlyn, and God bless you and your new Family!

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