Sun-Beams is a collection of links to stories, articles, photos, or videos I have come across that I believe will inspire, inform, or encourage you, as well as my favorite photo posted on my other blog, Violet Film, from the past week.
NY Times: Suicide by Choice? Not So Fast. – A thought provoking article with serious implications for the disability community.
Mom carries daughter during Fun Run – Sweet local story.
Man with Down syndrome wins right to vote – Once upon a time, other groups in our country were denied the right to vote – and for similar reasons.
Inspirational football player Ike Ditzenberger battles for his life – You may have seen the viral video of him scoring a touchdown two years ago; now read about his teammates have been affected by his absence this fall.
‘Justice for Jenny’: Is a woman with Down syndrome being cared for or held captive? – A troubling case.
Man with Down’s syndrome achieves ambition to be elected as parish councillor in Nuthall – Yes, he was unopposed, but so what? Still a good story!
Ann Coulter and the Witness of John Franklin Stephens – A Christian perspective on why Stephens’ response to Coulter’s ill-mannered tweet was so powerful.
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