Before I offer favorites from July of 2010, I have to mention that today is Penny’s 5th birthday! I will be writing more about this day next week. For now, Happy Birthday Penny!

Two posts of note from July:
Diagnosing Down Syndrome,” a post about what doctors should say when they are delivering a diagnosis of Down syndrome.
and
Do Kids Make You Happy?” reflecting upon the ways our children bring challenges and joys into my life. 
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