Over at Zero the Zeros there is a post that grabbed my attention. It is called "Brokenhearted." Go check it out for yourself. This is unimaginable, but it is real.
Meanwhile today on Facebook this lovely article from 2008 has been circulating: http://cnsnews.com/news/article/football-legend-would-pick-his-down-syndrome-son-over-normal-child
What is the difference between Gene Stallings' son Johnny and the children whose pictures are in Brokenhearted? Think about it. I think one major difference is the love of a parent. Even Super-T, who had great care and people who loved him, blossomed once he was in his own family. When I saw the changes in him I was astonished. To think that a child who had good medical care and love and a good school and opportunities to go on outings and consistent care and travel and birthday parties and Christmas presents and love (almost all of which are completely unknown to most orphans with Down syndrome around the world), to think that Super-T blossomed and thrived after joining his very own forever family, imagine, just imagine, what it would do for these little malnourished unloved children. Come to think of it, you don't have to imagine. You can see for yourself. Here is Katie's adoption story. http://theblessingofverity.com/2012/10/the-story-of-katies-adoption/ Katie was 9 1/2 years old and weighed 10 pounds 9 ounces when her mother brought her home last November. See what eleven months with a family who loves her has done for this precious little one.
If you are interested in helping orphans, Katie's mom has a post on what you can do to help.
Or you can support one of the many families or children on Reece's Rainbow, a wonderful ministry that advocates for orphans with Down syndrome and other special needs. Also Buddy Walks for Down syndrome awareness are happening all over the country this month. Join one and see what fun we have!
My own precious waiting sweetheart with an extra chromosome is walking and loves books according to a family who visited her this week. Although her country won't let me show her face, I can show you her plump little arms and adorable shoes. I can hardly wait to see how she will blossom even more when she is finally home with a sister and brothers and mommy of her own.
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I nearly cried seeing those plump little hands and arms. What a differnece from Katie. A story that I followed from the get go. In fact, I remember when blogland was asking for prayers for Verity who was undergoing her heart repair, far sooner then then expected, as her body was quickly tiring. What if she had been in another country? What if she hadn't had the same resources that she had here?
I often think of that very thing with Zoey. I would imagine, Zoey would most likely not have survived that first night, had we, or she, lived elsewhere.
RR has always had a huge piece of my heart. We have been very close to to committing a few times. Awhile back. But each time, a family stepped up before us. And the handful of little loves have all come home. Which has been magic.
Our time has passed. God has had other plans. But we continue to support RR in whatever way we are able.
So excited for your family Justine. Cannot wait until she is home with you all.
I love the little bit that I can see of your angel! I thought of you today as I read with the girls. It was a story about a metamorphosis! I hope you have a wonderful week. I can't wait until you travel!
I thought I already commented! Thank you for sharing, and I cannot get enough of those chubby little wrists - probably my favorite part of a toddler :). You are going to have so much fun loving all over her!
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