It isn't the challenges we'd face should she turn out to be a Down's baby - it is more a case of knowing she will have a shorter than average life.
A few days ago, someone I know was involved in a car accident and is now in a coma. I'm hoping she pulls through. I can't help but think of all those I've seen die over the years. I miss each and every one of them. A minimum of 1 funeral a year, for the past 12 years, isn't something that has been easy to deal with.
I do believe I've found an optimal solution for drunk driving incidents though. I reckon everyone should skate instead of drive a vehicle. That way, should the person be intoxicated, they'll fall flat on their face/arse the moment they attempt to get rolling. Plus, it is eco-friendly! And would help people get in shape. Win/win/win! So much win!
just so you know, even if she does have downs, she won't necessarily live that much shorter of a life. people with downs are starting to live longer, thanks to the medical world (catching things and being able to treat them early on). i have a friend with downs who is well into her forties and doing fine. 20 years ago, that would have been much more unlikely.
ReplyDeleteif you need anything at all, feel free to holler!
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