A blessing named Chrissie

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Fetal testing for Down's syndrome has led to the widespread abortion of babies found with the abnormality. This is regrettable because even children with the syndrome can have physical and mental faculties, as well as enhanced emotional capacity, as shown by the case of Chrissie.

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A child to lead us

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A child with Down's syndrome teaches her parents how to give love, care and compassion. Caring for Katie has also made them appreciate the value of human life even in a world that overemphasizes the need for intellectual superiority.

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Gentle Jon: his limitations are many, but at one of life's supreme challenges he excels

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Jon Frederick Will actively pursues his activities despite having Down's syndrome. In fact, he does not want people to think he is suffering from the disease because he is enjoying life's wonders in spite of the ailment.

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