Those Eyes
We went to see the Opthomologist again today for a follow up on Joaquin's strabismus. It was a good appointment in that Hector and I didn't allow ourselves to feel rushed and we asked a ton of...
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I'm BAAAAACK! Aaarrrgggghh!
Here's our little pirate again! At least we are having fun with all the cool patch designs!
View ArticleFrom A Sister
This is from one of my "sisters" and I think she makes a beautiful statement about parenting a child... special needs or not. Here it is. Thank you Susan for explaining this so beautifully!When a...
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A Down Syndrome Disney
We just returned from a quick celebration trip to Disneyland. We LOVE it there!We have had the pleasure of going a couple times the last few years but about a little more than a year ago we took the...
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Tropical Storm Joaquin
Joaquin is like a walking hurricane these days...into everything. He is so BUSY and so CURIOUS and so full of MISCHIEF! I've been trying so hard to keep up with our house (since we are still trying to...
View ArticleDown Syndrome in the Movies!
The opportunities and possibilities for people with Down syndrome continue to increase. Here is an article and movie trailer where Evan Sneider, an actor who has DS, is one of the main characters. It...
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Those Eyes...Again!
So....I'm needing my blogging family and friends to help me out a bit. Am I being overly sensitive? I think so...I've noticed lately that I'm a bit more sensitive when people strike a "funny" face for...
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Trick or Treat?
This was Joaquin's first year walking during Halloween and actually trick or treating! What a joy!We had so much fun watching him walk up to all the houses and try and figure out just what he was doing...
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Eye Update
We saw Joaquin's eye doctor again last week and received some good news. The patching of his "good" eye is working and she doesn't think he'll need eye surgery after all! WOW! Took me by surprise...
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Happy New Year!
And what a year it has been!Please consider visiting Kelle's blog at Enjoying the Small Things and see our sweet boy Joaquin and his darling sister Sofia as one of the MANY beautiful faces of Down...
View ArticleIEP Date is Set...Preschool Here We Come!
Our IEP (Individualized Education Plan/Program)date is set and we are getting ready for it! February 1st at 9AM...the day before Joaquin turns 3!!! Way to cut it close!We have visited the program we...
View ArticleIncreasing Awareness...Powerful Stuff Here
Tears are still in my eyes watching and listening to this awareness video done by Kelle Hampton.Check it out HERE!You'll see a little clip of both my sweet angels! Rock on Nella!!!
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THREE!!!
I'm THREE now and I'm starting preschool tomorrow. A yellow schoolbus is going to pick me up and I'm going to take my backpack and spend three hours away from home with my new school family. I really...
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The Wheels on the Bus
And he's off...to preschool. Oh my goodness, a mixture of emotions bottled up inside. Pride, excitement, hope, joy, nervousness, sadness, fear. All of them at once bubbling up to the surface. Proud of...
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Our Little School Boy
Joaquin has been in preschool now for a little less than a month and I thought I would share an update. He is THRIVING in school and I don't know if it's his age now or his going to school or what it...
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My Favorite Face
Photo taken by Michelle Marrone (dear friend and photographer)This face and this smile makes my world. This is Joaquin in his true form...giving love. Oh how blessed we are to have him in our lives.
View ArticleHappy World Down Syndrome Day! 3-21-11
All these beautiful children I am happy to know and love...the babes of the Sacramento Area Sisterhood. This is a preview to a DSIA 2012 Calendar fundraiser and photos were taken by the talented team...
View ArticleEye Surgery on Monday
Joaquin is scheduled to have eye surgery on Monday and check in is at 6:15am at UC Davis Medical Center. We are hoping and praying that the surgery to correct his strabismus is successful and that he...
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So Far So Good!
Here is Joaquin moments before surgery. He was in SUCH a good mood and as charming as ever. FULL of grins and giggles. Surgery went smooth and quick. Both eyes were done and now we let it heal and wait...
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Annual Check-up!
It was time for our annual check-up and we are happy to report that we are growing and thriving! Only 3 pounds separates the two of us (despite being almost exactly one year apart!) so we are often...
View ArticleNew BLOG!
Please come join us over at our NEW blog...it's about time we realized we are now a family of 6!!!!The Sanchez SixPromise to have some fun updates this week!
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