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Happy Walk 2014 and Dine for Down

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Happy Walk is the Down Syndrome Association's culminating event for February's Down Syndrome Consciousness Month. Last year was our first time and we were all so glad we went. It was a wonderful event and it was such a huge step that Dan and I took as part of our "healing".  The event is a day-long celebration that is truly uplifting and inspiring. I really can't explain how I felt. Basta I know I cried because I was so overwhelmed with how the larger community embraced and love our little … [Continue reading]

Fun Find: Built NY is Now in Manila!

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built ny bottle tote

Shopping alert! I know you have seen these totes around. They were sold by a specialty store here in Manila and I think I've bought a couple to give out as gifts who really love their wine hehehe. I loved the colors, design and the fact that the totes are made of neoprene (the wetsuit material) so that it was easy to squeeze in a bottle, a cork screw and/or a bottle opener. Needless to say the totes were so lightweight too. Fast forward to today and what do you know, BUILT NY, thei … [Continue reading]

Seeing Jessica and Vico

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What. A. Week.  It was all about Best Buddies. Dan and I attended trainings for Best Buddies beginning Thursday but before that was a mad rush of preps for the open house which happened yesterday. The events were all well-attended. The Forum at the Open House was packed! We had volunteers, school administrators, families and sponsors all mingling and talking about Best Buddies. The air was filled with hope and positive energy. The highlight of the Open House definitely was Jessica and Vico. … [Continue reading]

Happy Valentines from the Bugoys

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The best thing to hold onto in life is each other. -Audrey Hepburn We had a wonderful session with the Stork Studio last Sunday. Sofia regularly holds mini-sessions which are 15 minute photo shoots centered around a theme. The boys were  invited to be a part of the Valentine shoot and we happily accepted as we have always been big fans of Sofia's work. Kary of She Dreams in Ink styled the studio which centered around love letters. We've had our family pics taken by other portrait … [Continue reading]

The Start of Something Good

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I've always asked Dan if he ever thought about what our life would be like if Noah didn't have a disability. And I ask that question because Noah's extra chromosome has led us to organizations and most especially to inspiring people who we might not have otherwise joined and met if not for our little boy. I can say that I know a lot of amazing people. That circle has certainly widened because of blogging.  But now it's just blown out of proportion and Dan and I are just in awe of the trajectory … [Continue reading]