My baby is one today. A year ago I labored to bring her into the world, my husband and my doula by my side. A year ago they placed her in my arms and I took her in, every last inch of her. A year ago I became a momma and we became a family. […]
She Made Me a Momma
This time last year I was about to go into labor. This time last year was the last night I would go to bed without listening to the sound of Rowenna’s breath as she settled into a deep sleep. I had my hospital bag packed, her nursery set up, a stack of cloth diapers ready […]
At the Top of My Lungs
So much good has happened in the last week. Rowenna has all of a sudden exploded onto the scene here. She’s always been perky and pleasant, but it’s like someone flipped an awareness switch in her brain. In the last week, she has started to initiate interactions with us. If I’m on the couch and […]
Mother’s Day 2011
A blogging momma posted a collection of statements today from parents of children with Down syndrome. I’ve been thinking about her question for a while now – she asked what we want the world to know about raising a child with Down syndrome. I wasn’t really sure what to say at first. I think it […]
Milestone
I’ve been in sort of a funk the last few days and I’ve been trying to pinpoint why. It hit me square in the heart while I was replying to a friend on Facebook about Rowenna’s first birthday party. I think I’m afraid for Rowenna to turn one. She’s finally reached an age where people […]
Born This Way
There’s nothin’ wrong with lovin’ who you are she said, ‘Cause He made you perfect, babe. So hold your head up, girl, and you’ll go far, Listen to me when I say: I’m beautiful in my way ‘Cause God makes no mistakes I’m on the right track, baby, I was born this way. Don’t hide […]
A Hard Truth
Something happened last night that I just can’t quite shake. Actually, two somethings happened. I’ve said on several occasions that I don’t want my blog to be political, so I’ll keep this first thing short. We went to a state budget hearing hosted by our representatives and I gave a testimony about the importance of […]
Acceptance and Being OK
I gave a presentation last week at hubby’s school. The students were bright-eyed and eager, their questions genuine. I talked about Down syndrome and the various changes it has brought to our lives. All the while, Rowenna was her pleasant, perky little self and I think overall the students took away a positive message. Their […]
I’m Goin’ to Graceland
The Mississippi Delta was shining Like a national guitar I am following the river Down the highway Through the cradle of the Civil War I’m goin’ to Graceland, Graceland In Memphis Tennessee… I absolutely love that song and will sing it multiple times on any drive to Memphis. Actually, I love that whole album…but you’re […]
Naw Rúz 2011
I haven’t talked about my faith for a little while. It’s a routine part of my life and I sometimes forget to give it the attention it deserves. March 21 is Naw Rúz, the Bahá’i new year, and is always cause for celebration – especially since it marks the end of a 19 day fast. […]
