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Aww... thanks for such nice compliments It hurts me too, thinking of some of the abuse people with disabilities have to endure. People tend to be afraid of what they don't understand and lash out inappropriately. If they took the time to get to know them as people, they'd be surprised at what they find, I think. At least I would hope, anyway. Thanks for reading.
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Most definitely I'm so glad you liked the story
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People with Down syndrome are very unassuming, honest, and will usually try their heart out for you. At least in my experience. They tend to have such joy in their hearts and it can be very infectious when working with them. I'm glad the story gave you a new perspective. Thanks for the comments, and I'm glad you liked it
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Thank you for reading and leaving such nice comments I'm glad you liked it.
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Thank you for the nice comments I'm so glad you liked the story. I strive for the unexpected in my writing, so your comment made my day.
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Thank you for such a nice compliment
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I'm so glad this reminded you of someone you knew. I think that's one of the highest compliments about this story. Thanks so much for reading and commenting
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Awww... Thanks for all the nice comments. I appreciate it and am glad you enjoyed the story.
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Thank you for reading and leaving such nice feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed it
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Thanks so much for the wonderful comments
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Thanks, Puppiull I'm glad you liked the story.
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Thank you so much for the kind comments, tim. No research... just over ten years experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. I'm beyond thrilled that my story touched so many people.
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Thanks so much, Sasha I work with adults with developmental disabilities and have several individuals with Down syndrome on my caseload. Peter is a mixture of several different people. The use of "April Fool", hand waving, hopping around, and his sexuality are based on people that are or have been on my caseload. I'm so glad the authenticity came through.
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Thanks so much, Lisa, and thanks again for your editing skills.
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Thank you so much for the comments. I'm glad you liked Peter's story.
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Thank you so much, Gary Peter is a mixture of several individuals I have known throughout the years. I had someone on my caseload once who used to say "April Fool" whenever he made a mistake, so he was the inspiration for the theme. And yes, they are very direct, honest people. There's no pretension, which is such a refreshing thing to be around.
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LOL Yeah, I guess I did combine both themes. I based the aide on comments/behavior I see from staff in the dayhabs where I work. She wasn't deliberately inconsiderate or inattentive to his needs, but rather it was her way of working with a population she didn't quite understand. I'm betting that after Peter's comments she'll change the way she talks to all the students in the classroom. Thanks for the comments, Tim. I'm glad you liked the story.
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Thank you so much, Parker.
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I loved writing this story. These individuals are dear to my heart and way too often overlooked in all facets of their lives. Bringing them to the spotlight means the world to me. I am absolutely over the moon that people thought enough of this story to vote it into first place.
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Thanks so much, Kitt I hope I was able to help people understand the depth and understanding that people with Down syndrome possess. They are some of the most amazing people I know.
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Awww... thanks so much, William This story is dear to my heart and it makes me very happy to know it touched others as well.
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Thanks for the great review, droughtquake. People with Down syndrome are very capable when given the chance. I've heard of several individuals with Down syndrome who have started their own businesses. There are quite a few actors/actresses out there--the actress on "American Horror Story" comes to mind. She also is a runway model, which I think is so fantastic. I think that sexuality is something that's not really addressed with the developmentally disabled. They have sex-ed classes, but I'm not sure how much they talk about sexuality, so maybe I'm wrong. Anyway, thanks again for the comments. I really appreciate it.
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Thanks so much, LBO It took me a long time to think of the title and I was pretty proud of it. I'm glad you liked the story so much
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April 8 : Emi, A Man of Mistakes
Valkyrie commented on Emi GS's story chapter in April 8 : Emi, A Man of Mistakes
I can't say it much better than Mac, Lyssa, and tim said. We all make mistakes. It's how we deal with them that matters. -
Thanks so much, Gary
