Tell your story!

When I started this blog, I never imagined how much I would really enjoy it.  Now, almost 2 years later, it has become my special little place.  A piece of me.  A piece of my family.  It has also made me realize some things.  For one, that everyone has a story.  They are all beautiful, all unique, all special.  And it's ok to tell it. 

The NDSS has a campaign called the "My Great Story" campaign.  They make it possible for everyone to share their great story.  You don't need to have a blog.  Just go share your story.  You don't have to be a parent of a child with Down syndrome.  Tell how someone with Down syndrome has impacted your life. 

Let's hear your "My Great Story".

I posted this before, but here it is again:

My Great Story: Stories of the Month This month we are featuring two stories from the 3/21: World Down Syndrome Day section of the My Great Story campaign. To share your own story visit www.ndss.org/stories and select the 3/21: World Down Syndrome Day section.

World Down Syndrome Day 2011 Tricia Pennsylvania When my daughter, Kamdyn, was born on April 27, 2010, the diagnosis of Down syndrome shook me to my core. I felt that every dream that I had for her life and mine were snatched away. At that time, I had never even heard of World Down Syndrome Day, and even if I did, I certainly would not have seen it as a day to celebrate. I loved Kamdyn, but I hated Down syndrome. I felt like it had taken away a part of my daughter. As the weeks went on, I began to see that Kamdyn was not just a baby with Down syndrome. She was my baby. She was an amazing being that I had the privilege to know and love and nurture. I began to see that Down syndrome was just a part of her. I still wished I could take that part away, but I knew it was impossible. Then, months passed. Kamdyn smiled and belly-laughed. She rolled over and sat up. And I knew that she was everything that she was always meant to be from the moment she was conceived, and I loved her, all of her, and Down syndrome is a part of her. To take any part of her away, would be to change who she is. She is beautiful. She is joy. So when March 21, 2011 came, I was ready to celebrate. We took a family trip to Hershey's Chocolate World, and then we ate at the Shady Maple in Lancaster, which is about the best buffet around. I look forward to another great celebration this year, as well. Now go tell your story!