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Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Wow I cant believe its been so long since Ive blogged. I think about it often but realize Im not very good at it. All the gadgets and widgets...how is all of that done? lol

To update you a little...boy are the girls really growing up. Sydnie is in 4th grade! Can you believe it? She is having an amazing year! They tell me all the time how well she is doing! Thats my girl!!! Saylor is in 1st...whew doesnt seem real. So proud of her! They both love school, their teachers and their friends! We all work diligently on homework in the evenings and manage to get their cheerleading in which seems to consume our world....most of the time. They are very busy girls and live life to the fullest! Isnt that what its all about?

Hopefully I can check in and learn all the ins and outs of all the 'purty stuff' on here. I really have great intentions to let you know whats going on....Facebook just doesnt have the room of all I want to say sometimes. lol

Any blog tutors out there? Im up for it!

About Down syndrome

October is National Down syndrome awareness month. Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that is caused by the presence of an extra chromosome, which results in varying degrees of physical and mental abnormality. It occurs in one out of every 733 live births. More than 350,000 people in the U.S. have this genetic condition. Here are a few more facts:
Down syndrome is a common genetic variation which usually causes delay in physical, intellectual and language development.
The exact causes of the chromosomal rearrangement and primary prevention of Down syndrome are currently unknown.
Down syndrome is one of the leading clinical causes of cognitive delay in the world - it is not related to race, nationality, religion or socio-economic status.
The incidence of Down syndrome in the United States is estimated to be 1 in every 733 live births.
Of all children born in this country annually, approximately 5,000 will have Down syndrome.
There are approximately 1/4 million families in the United States affected by Down syndrome.
While the likelihood of giving birth to a child with Down syndrome increases with maternal age; nevertheless, 80% of babies with Down syndrome are born to women under 35 years of age, as women in that age group give birth to more babies overall.
There is wide variation in mental abilities, behavior and physical development in individuals with Down syndrome. Each individual has his/her own unique personality, capabilities and talents. 30% - 50% of the individuals with Down syndrome have heart defects and 8% - 12% have gastrointestinal tract abnormalities present at birth. Most of these defects are now correctable by surgery.
Individuals with Down syndrome benefit from loving homes, early intervention, inclusive education, appropriate medical care and positive public attitudes.
In adulthood, many persons with Down syndrome hold jobs, live independently and enjoy recreational opportunities in their communities.
Courtesy of the NDSC

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