I know that this month is called Down Syndrome Awareness month, but Down Syndrome is really just one small piece to our family's puzzle. Each of our three children bring their own specialness to this world and so talking about Kailey and Cody this month is just as important. In fact, while they are not the children WITH Down Syndrome, in some ways, it does play a role in who they are becoming as well.
Kailey is our "oldest" middle child and I say that because she has many personality traits similar to that of an oldest child in birth order. She is incredibly helpful, she likes to take the lead/take charge (which at times can also be deemed "bossy"), and she watches out for others, especially Colin and Cody. At 8.5 years old, she is very "aware" of things that happen around her. She is very sensitive and at times, emotional, but she does a good job at pulling herself together. She likes to please adults whether that is Chris and I, her teachers, coaches, etc. and she cares very much what they think. She works hard to make sure she is doing things the right way. She has become very athletic and currently takes Karate classes two times a week (she is a half blue belt), plays on a travel soccer team, and also plays basketball and softball. She enjoys reading and is very artistic (which definitely doesn't come from Chris or me!). We love what Kailey being the only daughter adds to our family!
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