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To: Tadhg
The Irish consider children with Down syndrome a blessing becuse they are full of unconditional love.

I never knew this was an Irish thing

I became aware of their "Unconditional Love" gift when I did some volunteer work with the Special Olympics.

These kids are really something else in their abililties.

However, I would have to support these tests and a parents right to decide what to do. Its not for everyone.

62 posted on 11/10/2005 1:38:30 PM PST by vikzilla
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To: vikzilla

The Irish use the term "gifted" to describe children with Down syndrome.


64 posted on 11/10/2005 2:04:49 PM PST by Tadhg
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To: vikzilla

Even with the "old" test, upwards of 80% of these precious children never breathe their first breath.
I shudder when I consider the implications this cheapening of life will ultimately have on our society.


67 posted on 11/10/2005 3:38:47 PM PST by Knute (W- Yep, He's STILL the President!)
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