Sunday, October 27, 2013

October, 2013 Down Syndrome Awareness... Day 26


Today's post was borrowed from an 8th grader's facebook page (I did get permission). Someone who gets it. And stands up even when she's the only one standing.

Thank you, Maggie... from me and all the other families that you impact with your brave heart.

I wish I was more like you. I hope to be... someday.

(And Steph, I think it's safe to say that you have done well. You have taught her empathy and courage. ♥).
 


Can I just say, I am beyond sick of people saying, "retard" "retarded" "gay". I'm constantly hearing, "that's gay." "that's retarded". People will say that about a comment someone makes.

"No you can't go to the bathroom." "That's gay." So that statement likes the same sex? That doesn't make ANY sense, and doesn't make you sound very smart.

I think it's awful when people say things about people who may not be the same, who may struggle with learning, or anything, in any way.

Who cares. If they're happy, let them be. If they're not happy, try to make them happy. Do something nice for them. It'll make their day.

This week I have heard multiple remarks about someone making a face, then someone saying they look like the have downs. I've heard a few others. I take offense to that.

My cousin Taylor has Down Syndrome. I'm down with people saying stuff about that , because I think about her. She is a happy, funny, sweet 13 almost 14 year old girl with Down Syndrome.

She's HAPPY. And she deserves to be. So does everyone else with Down Syndrome. If they heard the things that I hear. Think of how upset they would be.

NOBODY deserves to feel that way. No matter who they are, or what they do. ~ Maggie M
 

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