Does DS define me?

Like so many other people, I like to think that DS isn't a huge part of my life. That what defines my life is my family, my job, my marriage, my friendships etc.

There's a new FB "game" where an app can access your FB posts and compile a list of your most commonly used words on social media. My most commonly used word is Down syndrome.

So while DS doesn't define me, it sure does occupy a lot of my mental energy and my focus. I think about it. I write about it. I photograph it. For 5 years I've been mentally and physically integrating it into my life. It's a part of me - an important part, a beautiful part.

Is DS an important part of your life too?

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