Welcoming Rowan into our family has changed our lives in so many wonderful and varied ways. We are stronger individuals, more accepting of the differences in others, more open to love and more capable of loving. Trent and I enjoy a closer bond than before, a solidarity that comes from facing challenges together. We see how Rowan enriches the lives of his brothers and of the people in our support network, how the lessons he teaches us reach many different people in many different ways. When we look at our son we do not see Down syndrome, but instead, the blessing that the universe bestowed on us when his 21st chromosome triplicated rather than duplicated. This child, born with a secret, a little something extra, has brought us love, amazing friendships and a new way to see the world around us, and for that we will be eternally grateful.
Sarah Klein lives in Geelong, Victoria, and is a busy mum to four children.
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