What does Trisomy 21 mean to me?

It’s two beautiful grey, slanted eyes peeking out of a bundle of blankets trying to
get bearing of this new world around.

It’s soft pink lips ready for all of the kisses you could possibly give.

It’s two tiny hands ready to hold yours until the end of time.

It’s a gummy smile bigger than you could ever imagine, taking up one’s whole body
and giving you a feeling of joy you never imagined.

It's two little feet with a silly space between big toe and pointer that curl when tickled and kick with fit.

It’s a fuzzy little head that rubs against a cheek or chin, comforting the one lucky
enough to hold them.

It’s the softest skin you’ll ever feel, not even comparable to silk.

It’s a soft coo in the morning sun.

It’s unconditional, pure love.

It’s determination, through and through.

It’s an appreciation that is sought after in this day and age.

It’s bringing joy to a little girl who waited 9 long months for her "little birdie".

It’s never looking back.

What does Trisomy 21 mean to me?

It’s one extra chromosome to love.

Angela Valdez-Tucker
January 13, 2009