January 16, 2008 2:58 PM
Down syndrome a year later: a mother's birthday reflections
Received in my email today from a reader:
One Year Ago Today One year ago today I got the phone call. The phone call that I was praying would be good news, and never thought in a million years would be bad. My Amino results were in "I'm sorry, your baby has Down syndrome."
One year ago today I was being held in my husband's arms, crying my heart out. Crying like I never cried before.
One year ago today I heard the dreaded offer "Have you considered terminating the pregnancy?" I felt ill.
One year ago today was the worse day of my life.
Today I woke up hearing "Coo, ah goo, baaaaaaaaaa" and looked over and saw an adorable baby grinning at me through the crib bars.
Today I got kisses and laughs and smiles and snuggles.
Today I felt more proud than I ever had before, seeing this little baby getting up on his hands and knees, getting stronger sitting unsupported and bursting with pride.
Today I wondered why I was so sad one year ago, as one year ago I received news that God has chosen me to receive the biggest blessing He could possibly give.
~~~~Felecia
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Comments
Wow, that is beautiful!
Posted by: Angela | January 16, 2008 4:16 PM
Felecia, your positive attitude will take you far. All children are blessings from the Lord...and sometimes He blesses us with "a little something extra" (like Barbara has said).
I am proud of you that you have taken hold of this wonderful attitude sooner rather than later. As a mother of a special needs child, I must admit that it took me several years to look past all the medical appointments, stares and comments from others...and most importantly to stop feeling sorry for myself and to realize the blessing we had been given in our precious son. He just turned 10 and is an absolute delight.
Many blessings upon you and your family!
Posted by: Bryanne | January 17, 2008 9:07 AM
