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Teresa E
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Joined: 16 Jun 2006

Last Visit: 27 Oct 2006
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PostPosted: June 27 2006, 7:01 PM    Post subject:
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Hi Everyone!
I've visited the sight many times, but this is my first post. I have three kids- Molly(4-17-01), Max(3-17-03) and Lucas(3-8-06, DS). I was at the local Children's museum one day last month and met Angela's mom, who told me about this website. Now, I find myself here whenever I can get a couple of free minutes. I have learned so much, and I love to see all the beautiful pictures. I hope I can get a picture on here soon! I feel like I have a place where people understand, and are even excited about the future. That has made such a difference. When we first were told that Lucas had Down Syndrome, I didn't know how to handle it, and I was really afraid. I have since met the most wonderful people, people who just seem to come into my life as if by destiny. People like Angela's mom, or a mom at the grocery store, or Lucas's PT. I just read the birthday letter from Ciarra's mom, and it brought tears to my eyes. I can't wait to live this journey with my family.
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jennifergg
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Location: Northwest Montana

PostPosted: June 27 2006, 7:07 PM    Post subject:
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Hello!
I just joined here myself and someone suggested I post in the Introduction section (which I did--"Hello from Montana"). I mention this because there were a ton of helpful hints on how to add photos. I haven't done it yet but hope to soon.
Have a great day!
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PostPosted: June 27 2006, 7:16 PM    Post subject:
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Hi Teresa

welcome to the site

this a great place to come to and its been a real help and support to me and I only wish I had found it sooner when I first had Hannah

its nice to know that people are recommending Downsyn, as I know it has helped me

I can't wait to see some pics of your family

look forward to getting to know you better

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My beautiful girls



Please visit Hannah's webpage read all about her journey
Hannah's Video
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Jeri
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PostPosted: June 27 2006, 7:30 PM    Post subject:
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Welcome to this site. It's a wonderful place to express your thoughts and ideas and get some comfort back.

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PostPosted: June 27 2006, 10:06 PM    Post subject:
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Hello and welcome to the site! I cant wait to see you angels!!!! And hear all about Lucas and his milestones!

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Aaron 06-16-99
Alexis 08-19-05 (DS)
Baby #4 11-04-06
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PostPosted: June 27 2006, 10:46 PM    Post subject:
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Teresa and family welcome! I'm Jen mom to Brock who is 1 months and doing great. This site has been a tremendous support to me over Brock's first year of life. This truly is a place where people understand! Take care.

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Mary Beth
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PostPosted: June 27 2006, 11:03 PM    Post subject:
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Welcome aboard. I'm so glad you found us.
Mary Beth
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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 1:10 AM    Post subject:
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Welcome to downsyn!! You are right that there is alot of excitement and fun on this site, as well as good information. I look forward to getting to know you and seeing pictures of your family!

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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 1:23 AM    Post subject:
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Hello and welcome to downsyn.

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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 9:15 AM    Post subject:
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[bigger][blue]Welcome to Downsyn!![/blue][/bigger] This is a great place and I am so glad you are here. Talitha is 7 months old now and is such a blessing to our family and friends. I am sure Lucas is too.
Looking forward to seeing pics.

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Mum to Nikki (19 Jul 89), Stefanie (3 Sep 96), Joel [18 June 98] and Talitha (DS) (18 Nov 05) AVSD/PDA repaired 23 March 06

"I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well." Psalm 139:14
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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 9:30 AM    Post subject:
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[big][blue]WELCOME TERESA![/blue][/big] I've been praying you would come find us here! You're going to love it here, of course. It's a wonderful family. And yes, everyone will soon become like family to you. Try explaining THAT one to your husband! LOL

Welcome!
Oh, just a couple days before we met you was Angela's 10th birthday. A lot of here write little tributes to our kids on their birthdays. Here's mine for Angela's 10th.
http://downsyn.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=15613

again, welcome!

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mom to Noah 19, Tyler 17,Angela 10 (DS)
www.downcues.com
www.DandLDoodles.com

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jayne
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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 4:12 PM    Post subject:
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Hi Teresa welcome to the wonderful world of Downsyn! Smile

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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 4:53 PM    Post subject:
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Welcome to DownSyn - you're going to love it here!!

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Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind - Theodore Geisel (Dr Seuss)

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McKenna
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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 5:44 PM    Post subject:
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Hello and welcome!! This is a great group!!

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Darah Faith 11 Aug 04 (DS and AVSD repaired)
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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 7:07 PM    Post subject:
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Welcome to Downsyn. Iam Maxine mum to Dominic 28 months and Elliott 12. Its a lovely place to come and share. Looking forwards to hearing more about you all.

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Location: Minnesota

PostPosted: June 28 2006, 9:14 PM    Post subject:
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Hi and welcome!! Are you from MN?? I am too and I hope to get to know you better!! Can't wait to see pictures! Very Happy

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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 10:38 PM    Post subject:
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welcome, welcome, welcome,

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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 10:46 PM    Post subject:
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Hello and Welcome.

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Mom to Tristin (9), Camille (5), Elijah (3), Caleb and Isaac (1)

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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 10:59 PM    Post subject:
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WELCOME! Glad to have you!!!!-Courtney

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PostPosted: June 28 2006, 11:08 PM    Post subject:
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Congratulations, and welcome!! You will find so much support, love and laughter here. Enjoy!! You just entered an amazing journey. Blessings being sent your way.

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Maysonsmama
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PostPosted: June 29 2006, 12:05 AM    Post subject:
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HELLO!! and welcome!! I think your little lucas and my mayson are about the same age. her due date was march 6th but she came 3 weeks early!! cant wait to see picture of your little guy!!

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LinMac
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PostPosted: June 29 2006, 7:13 AM    Post subject:
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Hi Teresa

Welcome to the site.
I think Leah (Angela's mom) put a posting in about your meeting, and at the time I responded hoping you'd read it and introduce yourself.....and here you are doing just that!

Congratulations on the arrival of baby Lucas. Tell us more about him and we love pictures of babies here!

I am delighted you found the site and said hello. I was lurking here for more than a year before getting the courage to introduce myself......I'm a scardy cat at heart!

Anyways, I'm Linda. My second kid Robert has DS. It's been very interesting journey so far.

You're going to love it here Teresa!

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mom to Hannah Kate (Age Cool, Robert (04/16/2004, DS)
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PostPosted: June 30 2006, 3:15 PM    Post subject:
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[big][green]Hi and welcome. Glad you found us and looking forward to learning more about you and your family.[/green][/big] Smile

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Jerry 1/02,Bethany 8/03(cp)Faith 5/05 (ds)





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PostPosted: July 04 2006, 7:03 PM    Post subject:
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Welcome! So glad you joined us! My granddaughter, Olivia (almost 3 years old), is my reason for joining this wonderful forum.

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PostPosted: July 10 2006, 3:47 PM    Post subject:
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Hello Teresa E, welcome aboard DOWNSYN Smile my Jayden was born a short 4 days after your darling Lucas, so they are of similar age, id love to share this journey with you (and the rest of course) just our boys are close in age i thought it would be nice going thru the 'milestones' as such, together, i come on here as often as i can, sometimes its not that often as i wish thou so do check my emails all the time incase Smile
Look forward to hearing more about your family and your darling Lucas Very Happy Email me if and when ever you wish Smile

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Lee Jayden - S/born 25th March 05
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PostPosted: July 10 2006, 4:04 PM    Post subject:
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Hello and welcome! Can't wait to see pictures!

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