Don’t ‘dis’ my ability
"200 million people across the world living with an intellectual or developmental disability are not broken. What is broken is the lense through which...
Trunk-or-Treat for special needs families a “huge success”
Ava Davis (left) and Brooklyn Littleton were among those who attended Saturday's event at Diamond Memorial Park.
It was a special outing for children and...
Halloween
The Halloween series has had more twists and turns than an unpredictable road, but this newest incarnation manages to measure up to the original...
A blessing in disguise
Exhibit A: Ansley’s response to potty training……
It is NOT always easy to be the parents, sibling, extended family member, teacher, friend, neighbor, fellow church...
Life in Motion: King cheers on Raiders
NFL free agent Tavarres King was seen smiling and chatting it up with fans in the stands at Raider Stadium in Mt. Airy on...
‘Treats at Truett’ tradition continues
Truett McConnell University will host its annual Treats at Truett event on Wednesday, October 31, 6-9 p.m.
Families are invited to attend this free event...
Just like everyone else
“People with Down syndrome are always so happy!” We hear this from everyone everywhere.
So, after the "R" word, want to take a guess as...
Italy and Holland
In her essay, "Welcome to Holland", American author Emily Kingsley writes of her experiences as the mother of a child with Down syndrome.
Preparing for the birth...
‘Pirates of Penzance’ opens October 26-27
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School musical theatre students will present "Pirates of Penzance,” Gilbert and Sullivan's hilarious, hopeful farce on October 26-27.
The story follows young Frederic,...
Ellis: My child is not a diagnosis, she’s a person
"Down syndrome is not a burden. How people react to it is."
- Stephanie Holland, mom of a son with Ds
We are thankful that...
The only disability in life is a bad attitude
"The only disability in life is a bad attitude." - S. Hamilton
October is all about awareness: Breast cancer and, one of which you may not...
Plans
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. (Jeremiah 29:11)
It’s about that time of year – time to begin making...