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2/2 “I was just recovering from an emergency c-section, when my husband comes in and says he has the worst news he will ever have to tell me. I thought he was going to tell me she was dead. So when he said she had Down Syndrome, I was devastated, but so relieved because I thought I’d lost her! I remember holding her in my arms for the first time, imagining her as an adult with Down Syndrome, walking down the road all alone. It was a terrible vision, and it just feels like a bad dream now, but years ago there was this concept of people with Down Syndrome or any special needs which wasn’t too bright. I’m so happy it’s gone now. If I knew the things I know now, I’m sure I wouldn’t be crying for a minute! Her unconditional love to us and her innocent view about the world is a real gift, and places like Blossom Ireland are clear evidence of an even brighter future.”
-This interview is part of a collaborative campaign between Humans of Dublin and Social Entrepreneurs Ireland, speaking to social entrepreneurs across the country about what drives them and seeing the impact they are having in communities around Ireland. Find out more about how you can apply for funding and support for your idea or project and help change Ireland here: Social Entrepreneurs Ireland #ChangingIreland
Humans of Dublin would also like to use this opportunity to mark #WorldDownSyndromeDay