Our Story

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 27, 2011

THE Birthday Party!

Today was The Party.  The party to celebrate Dashlyn’s 3rd birthday.  Also Madelyn’s 15th birthday and Dashlyn’s first EVER birthday party.  There were balloons and presents and cake and ice cream!  Most importantly, there were family and special friends to celebrate the life of a special little girl with Down syndrome.  I could post a whole album of pictures, but I’ll try to whittle it down to just a few:

My 2 beautiful daughters:

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Presents:

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Family and Friends:

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Cake!

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There’s so much more to write about.  Like how the family members who haven’t seen Dasha since Christmas were so impressed by how well she’s doing.  And how I got all teary when everyone was singing “Happy Birthday”.  And the way she looked when I put her into bed; so tired and sleepy and happy.  It was a super awesome party and tonight I am one tired and happy mommy.

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4 comments:

  1. ErinLMarch 27, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    That's wonderful! Our party is in a week! I'll be in touch about a time to get together.

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  2. summerMarch 27, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Happy Birthday Sweet Girls!!!!! Wow Julie - You do have two Beautiful Daughters!!!!!

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  3. Cammie HeflinMarch 27, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Happy Birthday Dasha and Madelyn!

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  4. Luv4thePawsMarch 29, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    Oh, be still my heart!!!!!!! The photos of those two beautiful girls took my breath away!!!!! Oh, I want to kiss them both!!!! Julie, you are so lucky to be their mommy, and they are so blessed to have you!!!!

    I still haven't caught up with e-mails, and I can't wait to view the link you sent me.

    Happy Birthday Beautiful, Lovely, Sweet Girls!!!
    Kari xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

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