Sun-Beams is a collection of links to stories, articles, photos, or videos I have come across that I believe will inspire, inform, or encourage you, as well as my favorite photo posted on my other blog, Violet Film, from the past week.
Child With Cerebral Palsy Welcomes Home Marine Dad By Walking to Him for the First Time - This story took me back to Sarah Kate’s early steps. I can’t imagine what it was like to be surprised.
Looking for Suffering in All the Wrong Places - Hope or hardship? Rachel Adams sets the record (and a rabbi) straight.
Michigan high schooler with Down syndrome gets new shot at playing hoops - Good news out of Michigan for those who’ve been following Eric Dompierre’s story.
Blind man is unfit to have guns, NJ prosecutor says – This story may be touchy for some of you, depending on your stance on guns, but the real question (like the Canadian couple previously) is whether he’s less fit than anyone else. The resolution to the case is here. Hmmm…
Cerebral Palsy a Brain Injury - This response to last week’s story about the couple with cerebral palsy who were “allowed” to keep their child is disheartening. Unlike most people, the writer knows what CP is…but she just doesn’t get it. Tell me your thoughts.
And two new updates on Down syndrome blood testing: Sequenom says Coventry to cover its Down Syndrome test and Ariosa launching cheaper, noninvasive blood test for fetal abnormalities such as Down syndrome
Photo of the Week:
Welcome! My name is Andi.
I'm an ordinary mom with extraordinary kids, living an ordinary yet extraordinary life. Join me as I navigate the waters of life with a daughter with cerebral palsy, a son with Down syndrome, an adventurous husband, a wild Westie, a rescued Schnoodle, a camera, and a worn out pair of running shoes.
Sarah Kate was our miracle baby, born too early and way too small for comfort. She was a fighter from Day One and doesn't know the meaning of quit. Oh, and she's hilarious to boot.
The name Nathan is derived from Nathaniel, which means "gift from God" and he is just that - in more ways that one. He's joyful, devious, sneaky, and yes, his eyes really are that blue.
Mr. Andi is pretty visible in real life, so he prefers to keep a lower profile online. He is an avid reader of the blog, so I'm taking a chance that he won't notice that I've put his photo up! Mr. Andi loves anything outdoorsy - fishing, hunting, you name it.
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Oh man, that video did me in. Completely.
Happy mothers day to one of the best moms I know. Hope your day is beautiful.