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Jan 22, 2005 9:06:51 GMT -5
Post by sharen on Jan 22, 2005 9:06:51 GMT -5
Hi my name is Sharen this is all new to me, and my first computer. I got custody of my grandson Jordan 2 years ago, Jordan is 5 now with DS. We did not know Jordan was ours until he was 14 months old. His mother Medically and physcially negelected him, so when we got Jordan he was already 3 years behind. It has really been a challenge the last 2 years with 8 pneumonia's , asperation, operations and long hospital stays. We got Jordan in OT, PT and speech right away and he has done wonderful, he is such a joy and if I have to say so myself a really smart boy, he has done remarkably well concidering how far behind he was in the beginning.
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Jan 22, 2005 10:37:24 GMT -5
Post by meghans_mom on Jan 22, 2005 10:37:24 GMT -5
Hi Sharen & welcome! hope you will continue to post...check out the other bulletin board and message board. there are tons of great people here. hope to hear more about you & your grandson. laurie - mom to Meghan Mary (4-DS) and Matthew (1 1/2)
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Jan 22, 2005 13:12:07 GMT -5
Post by Ericsmomma on Jan 22, 2005 13:12:07 GMT -5
Sharen,
welcome!! I'm Dolly, mom to Eric, 4yrs. (ds) and older sibs, Matt,24, Mike,22, Megan,21 , and stepkids, Heather, 28, and Kim, 33yrs. Also Grandma to Tori, 20months. You will love this site!! Great people, great info, great discussions, and everyone makes you feel welcome. Looking forward to hearing about you and your wonderful family. Dolly
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Jan 22, 2005 13:36:50 GMT -5
Post by momofrussell on Jan 22, 2005 13:36:50 GMT -5
Welcome Sharen!!! What a WONDERFUL grandma you are!!!! Jordan is VERY VERY lucky to have you in his life! Sorry Jordan has had some health issues. It sounds like you all are on the right track! I am Adrienne, aka "A." and I have 3 kids and a husband. Regan is 11, Russell (DS) is 6, and Reece is 4. Hubby is Kevin. We live in MO. Enjoy the site and post up when you can! A.
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Jan 22, 2005 17:52:05 GMT -5
Post by updowns on Jan 22, 2005 17:52:05 GMT -5
Hi Sharen and Welcome to you and Jordan.
Sorry to hear Jordan had such a bad start but sounds like he's doing great now and he is a lucky boy to have a wonderful Grandma like you.
I live in Ireland with dh Dave and 3 children, Simon 16, Sarah DS (soon to be 13) and Craig 7.
Stella
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Jan 22, 2005 20:13:39 GMT -5
Post by christie on Jan 22, 2005 20:13:39 GMT -5
I am Christie aka CC to some. I live in Northern New Jersey with my WONDERFUL Hubby, Colin, our daughter, Kodi Lee, 15 and our little Character aka Christopher 12, DS. Along with our 10 year old Golden Retriever aka Goldie ;D Lookiing forward to hearing more bout you and yours CC ~
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Jan 24, 2005 2:04:19 GMT -5
Post by Deannalee on Jan 24, 2005 2:04:19 GMT -5
Hi Sharen. I am Deanna...mom to 5. I have Alyssa 11, Jacob 9, Jarod 4 1/2, Justin (DS) 2, and ~i~ Jordan (DS) 1/20/03-2/2/03. My surviving twin with DS, Justin, just turned 2 a couple days ago...yeah!!! He has also had a lot of medical issues, but keeps on plugging away and doing well. We are also doing the PT/OT/ST. I am glad to hear that you are getting your Jordan back on track. I am sure it will take some time, but he will catch up soon. Take care.
Deanna
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Jan 24, 2005 9:16:15 GMT -5
Post by justinsmom on Jan 24, 2005 9:16:15 GMT -5
WELCOME SHAREN AND JORDAN!!!!!!!!!!!!! From a very very cold and very white Southeast Michigan. I'm Jackie mom to Alyssa-12, Ashley-7, and Justin-4 1/2 DS and Hubby Chuck. Can't wait to hear more about Jordan and his VERY Special Grandma ;D.
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Jan 24, 2005 10:00:03 GMT -5
Post by shellk on Jan 24, 2005 10:00:03 GMT -5
:DWELCOME !! Sharen and Jordan..
I am Michele..mother of 3 ..Kaylyn 12, Kourtney 5(DS), and Jason 1. And wife to Mike..
Sorry to her that Jordan was not given proper care until he came to stay with you. That is just really sad. Thank goodness he has a wonderful Grandma like you to take care of him. Welsome aboard and hope to hear more about Jordan. And it is amazing what these kids CAN do when given the proper care and nurturing. Bless your heart !!
Michele
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Jan 26, 2005 22:06:44 GMT -5
Post by Claire on Jan 26, 2005 22:06:44 GMT -5
What a wonderful Grand-mother you are. To have taken this child in and willing to give him all the love and attention he needs. I'm sure with your help little Jordan will pick right up on everything. Post and let us know how it goes. And check out the bullitin board lots of info there. We are parents of 4, Ron 28, Francois 23, Savannah 8 and Adam 7 born with Down syndrome. You can also add a picutre in the photo album so we can all see your little angel. You can e-mail me at my personal address if you wish, just write UNO MAS in the subject line. Hope to hear more about you. Claire
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Jan 29, 2005 16:14:09 GMT -5
Post by Debbie on Jan 29, 2005 16:14:09 GMT -5
Welcome Sharen! I am Debbie, an adult who has Down syndrome. I am forty four and live in Texas with my parents. I get on here and share my eperiences growing up and living with Down syndrome. I am a poet and a writer although I don't write like I used to. I am mainly a poet and artist. My sister's name is Sharon. She is two years younger than me. Uomas is a great web site. You will really connect with the parents here and have alot support. I love to get on here and see what everyone is posting about. Debbie, An adult who has Down syndrome.
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Jan 31, 2005 11:25:43 GMT -5
Post by Jessie on Jan 31, 2005 11:25:43 GMT -5
Welcome Sharen!
As you have read by other's posts, this is a great website and you will find a ton of support and useful information.
I am a stepmom (now officially, since me and Brian got married last week!) to Jason, 12. Jason also was not given the proper attention he required when he was younger and is still more behind than he should be. However, I think you will find very soon that your Jordan will start thriving with the love and attention he will be receiving from you.
Keep posting and keep us updated on his progress!
Jessie
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