Monthly Archives: March 2007

Avery, the photographer

Posted on March 5, 2007 by

is taking a picture of Lindsay Gjerde, who is also a photographer. Lindsay is a student at the University of Montana and she’s completing a photojournalism project called, “Living with Down syndrome.” The project is in honor of her sister … Continue reading →

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Queries, anyone?

Posted on March 5, 2007 by

I was going to title this post “Great information for beginning writers” but then I thought, Well this information is important to any writer. Querying, or approaching an editor with a story idea, is an art that can always be … Continue reading →

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A postage stamp for Down syndrome awareness

Posted on March 4, 2007 by

Currently, there is a bill in Congress introduced by Rep. Peter Sessions (R-TX) and cosponsored by Rep. James Langevin (D-RI) “expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued to promote public awareness of Down syndrome.” … Continue reading →

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Our thermometer is broken.

Posted on March 2, 2007 by

All winter long, the outside temperature, according to our thermometer, has been thirty degrees. A relatively easy winter, if you go by the gauge. Not too cold; always right around freezing. Well this last week the sun came out, and … Continue reading →

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A guest post from Cyndi, sister

Posted on March 1, 2007 by

to David, who has Down syndrome. She writes, I met Jennifer in the flesh on Monday. We had lunch together. I wanted to share some poetry and comments that I have made about my dear brother David. I am the … Continue reading →

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