In Honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month

MCKINLEE KRALL

McKinlee is a sweet, outgoing 6-year-old that loves music, dancing, and has an obsession with Minnie Mouse. She has changed our lives for the better and she has taught us more than we could ever teach her. She has a heart of gold and loves everyone.

CAMDEN (CAM)

We celebrated not only the 4th of July in this photo, but the lack of fear fireworks and sparklers use to create.

CJ RIEMER “NO LIMITS!!!”

Never underestimate what we can do with our extra chromosomes! Give me a chance to show you what I am capable of doing. It may take me longer but don’t discount my abilities.

MEGAN TALBOT

Megan has worked at Culvers for almost 10 years. She’s very independent and knows her job.

AMELIA

Amelia shows us pure love. She shows us that it’s important to enjoy every moment even if it’s just playing in the grass. Amelia is truly our angel baby.

CHARLOTTE

Our sweet girl’s light shines so bright. She is a joy to all who know her. Down syndrome isn’t going to stop her from being who God creatures her to be.

ALEJANDRO LOPEZ

Is a super climber, he loves watching cocomelon and ms rachel. Hes always smiling and waving to everyone he sees. Alejandro is full of adventure and has no fear. He loves the water so much you would think he was part fish.

SCARLETT TOBOY

PHOTO BY SMILESBYKK

Scarlett is a free spirit. We had a mommy and me photo shoot and while I was stressing about Scarlett not wanting to follow directions or wear her shoes, she enjoyed dancing barefoot and smiling, and playing with all the props and it turned out to be a beautiful photo shoot. She reminds us of every day to appreciate the little things.

DR. JAMIE MCCLINTIC AND DAUGHTER MADDOX MCCLINTIC

Dr. Jamie McClintic is a pediatric occupational therapist always looking for inclusive opportunities to support her patients! Her incredible daughter happens to have Down syndrome, and the pair has published a self-help book titled, “Grieving the Gift!” The harder you hit, the higher you bounce. Leave today a better place than how you found it. We all have abilities that can change the world.