Got snuggle-puss?

Speaking of some of the unique characteristics of babies with Down Syndrome reminded me of a great article written by Kimberlee Kadar-Kallen.

Here are a few snips:

Hypotonia - Sometimes referred to as poor muscle tone, what this really means is that all of Baby is super soft and cuddly. Synonyms for this condition are smoosh-ball, teddy-bear, snuggle-puss, honey-love, and so forth. Squeezing and hugging Baby is a frequent and irresistible temptation.

Congenital heart defect - This is really one of several code phrases for an intensive training course in learning the true meaning of Jesus, I trust in you. This training involves great spiritual growth and opportunity for deepening and greatly magnifying one's prayer life. There may even be a special retreat involved where one can really progress in prayer. The special code term 'open-heart surgery' is often used for this unique retreat that takes place in a hospital.

Go read the whole thing! I love the way she takes many "normally-negative" characteristics and shows them in a positive light. It's not spin. It's perspective. It's a privilege to be graced with a child with Down Syndrome.

Got snuggle-puss? I do. :)