 Today is World Down Syndrome Day! It is held on March 21st because the genetic marker for Down syndrome is 3 copies of the 21st chromosome. The Canadian Down Syndrome Society has selected five Canadian Down Syndrome Heroes to represent the special abilities that people with Down Syndrome have. Take a look here and be inspired: http://cdss.ca/network/heroes/. They have also created a line of posters featuring their members and quotes.
 Today, Down Syndrome International asks you to join in celebrating the lives of this wonderful minority group, and wear funky socks visibly. The goal is to have people ask you what they are about and be able to share with them your support for and admiration of people with Down syndrome. Join in! The people I have met and people I have read about who have Down syndrome are amazing! They are full of love, care for everyone that they meet, and they accomplish incredible things. For instance, Tim is a restaurant owner and Olympic athlete, and is featured in the below video.  Here’s a look at my toe colours of the day… I hope I’ve inspired you to join in!
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Jewls
21/3/2013 05:46:59 am
The Down Syndrome friends who have crossed the path of my life have only enriched it and brought me joy & happiness. Thanks, Katie, for raising awareness and reminding me to thank God for these friends. So inspiring Katiana. I am really touched and awed. I love this blog post. I never knew much about the people who had this condition and to be honest I used to have a primitive attitude of pity towards these people. You have truly made me ask myself some due questions. These people are amazing individuals, so gifted and so kind. I would love to know more and thanks for posting the video of Tim's restaurant. Given a handful of opportunities, these people have accomplished so much. I really wish there was more awareness regarding this condition in developing countries as well. I love your socks! Thanks Sumbal! It is great to hear that you learned something from this post - that was my goal! Unfamiliarity often leads to incorrect assumptions, and unfortunately, that tends to be the case when we are discussing people with special needs. I know that it has been an evolution for myself - from being scared as a child by their differences, to now advocating for them because of the people I have met who are inspirational. Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWelcome! My name is Katiana and I am a development professional pursuing my dream to live out Isaiah 1:17 to the best of my abilities. I am passionate about teaching and working with vulnerable families and children to improve their lives sustainably.
CaveatThis blog is composed of my personal opinions, which do not necessarily reflect the opinion or views of institutions or organizations that I may be or have been affiliated with.
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