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" wonderful children with Down Syndrome and I couldn't agree more with you!!! "

" CONGRATULATIOS to you MaryAnn for having the care & fortitude to keep your precious Sam at home. I learned the same lessons you did & much more over 35 years working at Lincoln Developmental Center taking care of & becoming very attached to these special people whose parents missed out on what we have shared & learned from our citizens like Sam. I know how trying it can be, & my hat is off to you & your family. Give Sam a hug for me & tell him others know he's SPECIAL. "

" At my first job as a teenager, there were several Down Syndrome teens/adults working there through an assisted living program. I always admired their upbeat attitude and willingness to work and the way they would try their hardest at everything. They were so grateful to have a job and contribute to society, unlike most of the "normal" kids working there. Downs folks will always have a special place in my heart! "

" MaryAnn, thank you for sharing Sam's wonderful story. What a true testimony to the value and dignity of every human life. I am so thrilled to read about Sam, or as I remember him, Sammy. I haven't seen him since he was a baby, and we were working on sitting up, how much he has grown into what sounds like an outstanding young man. But you are right, he taught me about the beauty of life, and I still remember his bright smile, it would light up the room. Take care and God Bless. "

" I agree whole heartedly. I grew up with a Great Aunt that had down syndrome. She loved everyone and had a heart of gold. A person that would never do anything to hurt others, and sometimes I wish that I could find joy in small things as easily as she could. I think it's important for everyone to have an experience of spending quality time with down syndrome individuals... you will never regret the lessons you learn.... "