Sign language is good for all kids, not just those with Down syndrome Isn’t it funny how kids will ignore a certain toy and then all of a sudden it seems to become the greatest thing ever! That is how it was with Treyton last night. For some reason he decided that the little blue stuffed bear

Bloom: Finding Beauty in the Unexpected-A Memoir I wasn’t planning on doing another “book review” yet but I started to read this book and felt the need to respond to it (honestly, I have only made it through the introduction and first chapter).  This review/response comes from a co

Why blog about Down syndrome? I know that there are people close to me that are wondering what I am doing with the whole “blog thing.” I can see it in their eyes when I tell them about Treyton’s Posse or hand them one of the business cards I had made to help spread the word. I ofte

To go or not to go to the ER, that is the question Because Treyton is our fourth child I believe my wife and I are a lot more relaxed when it comes to our kids getting sick; we do not run to the doctor for everything.  However, after Treyton struggled with a fever for several days my wife did t

7th Annual World Down Syndrome Day Today, March 21, 2012 is the 7th annual WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY (WDSD).  However, four years ago I was oblivious to this day and then three years ago this became a two-day event for me.  My son Treyton was born with Down syndrome on March 20.  At first I thought it

Count Us In: Growing Up With Down Syndrome As my first “book review” on this blog, I feel the need to provide a disclaimer.  I do not intend to create reviews in the traditional sense.  My purpose is to point out the things I like or dislike, the things I found helpful (or not)

Funny video of Treyton pretending to practice a speech like his sister He may be small but he is all personality!  When Treyton is around there is never a dull moment in our house.