World Down Syndrome Day

Yesterday was World Down Syndrome Day --appropriate, as it was 3/21.  I really thought hard about what that day could and should mean for us.  I noticed some families treat it as a celebration, telling their friends "Happy WDSD" ---I don't think I am quite at the point where I can do that and truly mean it.  I am always willing to celebrate my son and all of the support he has, but I just couldn't bring myself to wish people a "happy" day as if it was a holiday.  For me, this year, I think it was a time of reflection and appreciation.   The last 4 months have been the most incredible and most difficult of my life.  I couldn't help but think of the all-encompassing support we have had from our friends and family.  

So instead of participating in the "crazy socks" for awareness, or wishing people a "happy" day, we went about our day as observers, and spent a little time with our friends Amy and baby Ryan.  For now, that is enough.   Parker is the reason I get up in the morning, though, and his morning smiles are why I never miss sleeping in.  I am here to be his mommy...and that IS cause for celebration.  Maybe next year, I will be more ready to celebrate instead of observe!