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You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 21, 2011, 5:28 PM
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My second daughter surprised us 3 years ago by coming to us with Down syndrome. Needless to say the last 3 years have been full of ups and downs as we watch her struggle to keep up with kids her age. Yet we know she's wonderously made and wouldn't change her for anything.
She's sitting with me as I write this. I, of course, am wearing a shirt that has a paw on it and she keeps pointing to it. She loves paws and it was actually one of her first words. Speech is going to be her weakest area. There aren't many things we really understand.
The thing I'm most proud of.....every time she she sees a paw, including right now, her right hand makes a fist, goes in the air and she goes into a perfectly counted "C-L-E-M...In cadence..count"!! Complete with an arm swing on the R!!!
Yeah....I can live with that!!
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All-TigerNet [11106]
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May God be with you and your family.***
Dec 21, 2011, 5:33 PM
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 21, 2011, 5:36 PM
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that is awesome!!
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All-In [37023]
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Great Stuff Bro
Dec 21, 2011, 5:37 PM
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Just shows how Awesome you are as a parent!!!
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CU Guru [1113]
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That is really Great***
Dec 21, 2011, 5:38 PM
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All-In [30504]
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She sounds like she is the best Clemson fan out there.***
Dec 21, 2011, 5:42 PM
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110%er [5093]
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That's an awesome story
Dec 21, 2011, 5:43 PM
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brings a tear to my eye
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Legend [19808]
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thanks for makng me cry.
Dec 21, 2011, 5:58 PM
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that's awesome 
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110%er [6937]
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Re: You are a wonderful parent.***
Dec 21, 2011, 6:17 PM
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 21, 2011, 6:18 PM
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and she likes kit kats....
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Hall of Famer [22965]
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cool kid............. a gem***
Dec 21, 2011, 6:31 PM
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Our kind of girl. Makes me proud. Thanks for posting.***
Dec 21, 2011, 6:33 PM
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 21, 2011, 7:17 PM
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She is lucky to have you, and you are lucky to have her. Down children never see bad in anyone. That is one of many reasons they are so special. Merry Christmas to her, and your family. Go C L E M S O N !!!
Message was edited by: allorangeallthetime52®
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110%er [5375]
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No why would you want to go and make a grown man cry...:)***
Dec 21, 2011, 8:13 PM
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 21, 2011, 8:59 PM
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How very blessed she is to have a dad like you. Hope you all have a wonderful holiday and Go Tigers!
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Orange Blooded [2115]
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 21, 2011, 9:43 PM
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Careful telling stories about your kids, TigerSandwich might come on and call you a liar. Go Tigers!
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CU Guru [1257]
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From what I've read she's got him covered!!!
Dec 21, 2011, 9:57 PM
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All-American [570]
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You are an inspiration....
Dec 21, 2011, 10:06 PM
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Although the Lord has blessed me and my beautiful wife with two children in perfect health, I cannot read your post without thinking how your life could be different than my own. I have always had a soft heart and your story is one that I can appreciate, for sure. We all pray that when our children are born they come into the world in perfect health and sound mind. We all have great respect for those who have to encounter your same struggle. Your family is the most important part of your life and you will cherish every memory from their birth until your last breath. Thank the good man up above for allowing us to have children in sickness and in health, and our children are what make our hearts grow fonder. What a great thing to have in life is a child. Best thing on earth. No matter the circumstance. I appreciate your story, I appreciate your struggles. We all have feared what you are strong to write about. However, you and your family know the true meaning about what life is truly about, while others will spend a lifetime trying and still may never learn.
Go Tigers!
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Orange Blooded [2620]
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God bless your daughter and your family! Point for you.***
Dec 21, 2011, 11:25 PM
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CU Guru [1803]
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Sweet, sweet story. Thanks for sharing.***
Dec 21, 2011, 11:29 PM
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 21, 2011, 11:38 PM
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what a heart wrenching story. my one and only daughter loved everything clemson at a very early age. you are the 2nd person to post today with a story of a mentally challenged loved one. i share your experience, and feel your point is very relevant and meaningful, especially at this time of year.
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I have a son with autism and understand how life can
Dec 22, 2011, 12:26 AM
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be. Merry Christmas and God bless your daughter and family!
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 22, 2011, 1:12 AM
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She sounds absolutely perfect.
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Orange Blooded [3422]
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 22, 2011, 1:16 AM
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As turbulent and hostile as some subjects may get on this website, there's nothing that supersedes the health and well-being of a fellow Tiger. It's great to hear you've got a child who loves and cares about the Clemson Tigers as much, if not more than the rest of us.
If you're ever at a game and she's feeling tired of cheering, remind her there are so many of other Tigers that wish they could be as lucky as she is, going to Death Valley every football Saturday. Happy Holidays to you and yours.
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Orange Blooded [3311]
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She's lucky to have a family like yours. God Bless!***
Dec 22, 2011, 5:28 AM
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Standout [349]
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Man, I haven't shed a tear this early since....
Dec 22, 2011, 6:42 AM
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i saw our tailgating spot for the '06 Gameday game. Lot 5 beside the stadium BTW. Seriously though, great story and good luck to you and your family. Thanks for sharing.
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 22, 2011, 7:29 AM
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Awesome stuff. Someday I would like to have a son but daughters are awesome. My two completely changed my life and in a very good way. Sounds like you are doing a fine job indeed!
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 22, 2011, 8:25 AM
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It is great to know we have more young Tigers in training. We will keep you in our prayers! Merry Christmas and Go Tigers!
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All-In [27225]
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Thanks for sharing that, warms my heart. Great stuff.***
Dec 22, 2011, 8:29 AM
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All-In [32706]
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God's richest blessings on her and you and your family . . .
Dec 22, 2011, 8:38 AM
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Great post - perfect reminder to find the good and the joy in all things this Christmas time and throughout all of 2012.
Merry Christmas ! !
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All-In [25400]
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Very inspirational any time of the year...
Dec 22, 2011, 8:46 AM
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You have been blessed with a wonderful daughter, and she has been blessed with wonderful parents. Any time I read something like this, I immediately know that people like you are the "salt of the earth!" God Bless your family and Happy Holidays!
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Hall of Famer [22364]
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god bless you, brother ... good stuff... thanks for posting***
Dec 22, 2011, 9:19 AM
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Re: You can't say we're not raising her right........
Dec 22, 2011, 7:54 PM
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Thank you for the post!
Blessings to you and your family!
GO TIGERS!
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Legend [18133]
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From the parent of a special needs son to the parent of a
Dec 22, 2011, 8:01 PM
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special needs daughter......rock on, Tiger!
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Orange Blooded [3257]
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God bless y'all and Merry Christmas!***
Dec 22, 2011, 8:32 PM
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All-TigerNet [12270]
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yep, raising her right!***
Dec 22, 2011, 8:45 PM
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