I’m curious, because I have family working at MCG. Do you remember the doctor’s name? I have a hunch as to who it might be from the stories my cousin has told.

PS- I wish I could do this the other way around, now and put y first message as the post script. But, that’s AWESOME! Praise the Lord! She looks so young and adorable in that picture. I would be just busting with pride if she were my little girl. Congratulations!

Oh Darcie, she’s beautiful. Of course she can do heaps of things! I thought that medical science knew enough about syndromes by now to know that you cannot begin to guess at the level of disability in which areas, and the areas of strength any individual child may have. Some poor doctors and nurses get locked into the deficit model – thinking about what kids can’t do (or their best guess anyway). Those of us who have worked in special education and disability support know how positive each kid’s story can be! Finally, as we know, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things (Phil 4:8). Seems we’ve got a lot to be getting on with there!

Hey Darcie, I loved this post. The emotions you felt remind me so much of my experience finding out Henry couldn’t hear.

Your girl is beautiful, and I can see why you are so very proud. :)

Oh — I’ve got tears in my eyes! Praise the Lord and good for her!

Beautiful post Darcie.

Having met this amazing, strong, beautiful, SMART!, child I can sincerely tell you that my heart swells with pride for her, an you!

There is nothing better than watching your child have success. There is nothing sweeter than celebrating the things we have been told are “impossible”! Thank you for sharing Cassidy’s success with us.

She’s a living example of Matt 19:26.

Kellie

Oh tears. This child is beautiful! And a miracle. How blessed you are to have her as YOUR daughter!

Steph

I just hate to cry first thing in the morning, but your post is just so touching that I can’t help it! Cassidy is beautiful. Anything is possible with God.

Cassidy is PRECIOUS in His sight. She is PRECIOUS in yours. And she is PRECIOUS is my eyes too. Personally, of the Downs kids (and adults) that I’ve known, they are the HUGEST blessings! HUGEST.

As a kid, I used to work with Downs kids at school instead of go out for recess. Something in my heart just REJOICES over them. Don’t know what it is, or if my soul is deep enough to even comprehend it. It may just be one of those things I won’t understand this side of heaven.

What a privilege you have been given to parent this precious child.

Thanks for sharing and for letting us rejoice with you over Cassidy and who she is!

Beautiful post….you are an amazing mom with an amazing daughter!!!

Beautiful post, most beautiful is your daughter!

I am sobbing. Hallelujah and Praise God! I am beyond thrilled!

I’m crying. Definitely one of the most beautiful things I have ever read. Having actually met you, I can say that you are one amazing person. And strong. I hope that we will have the opportunity to hang again, maybe even at Disney :) xo

Oh Darcie. That is WONDERFUL! What a heart-wrenching post. I have tears. But they are happy tears. What an accomplishment. You must be so proud of her.

From the very first we knew she was going to be amazing. I have wanted to look up that doctor so may times in her almost 9 years and let him see what a beautiful little girl she is.

What a blessing! God bless her!

Darcie,

My entire heart just exploded in my chest. I haven’t been “out and about” lately reading blogs because of being so busy but then I came here. I had no idea where your post was going and then I read on…I am so ridiculously happy for you, if only I could scream it and you would hear me. That’s about how it feels.

You are such a fantastic, descriptive writer too. I can seriously feel your joy and your love for that gorgeous little girl.

Let’s go back to Disney…with the kids. : )

Your post took my breath away. Your daughter is beautiful and clearly full of such joy. This is my first trip to your blog (Thanks to Metropolitan Mama), and I will be returning frequently. As a PICU RN (and a new mommy), I am so sorry for the way you and your precious one may have been treated. The “beauty from pain” you gals may have shines through…

I love this post. I love that you’re a fighter, a dreamer, a believer. I love that you chose hope instead of despair. She’s beautiful.

A beautiful girl and a beautiful story beautifully told.

Amazing. The post, the girl, and the mom.

Isn’t God Awesome.

Hi Darci, I really needed this, thank you. Cassidy looks alot like you. I bet she is as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. My Hallee recently turned 3 and like Cassidy is full of life. A dear friend of mine forwarded this to me, not knowing we are heading back to the hospital. Hallee has her 3 year check up for the hole in the heart that she was born with. I’m a little anxious but know God is in control, he closed the hole in her heart in the first place. I could say so much more, Thanks for sharing, Ronda

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How wonderful! This post brought tears to my eyes! She’s such a cutie!

Awesome! Here’s to all of your successes!

She’s reading!?! Beautiful!

Darci,
What a beautiful Mother’s Day tribute. God bless you for your Faith and for giving Him the praise for little Cassidy’s progress and for your stength. He is faithful!

Praise the Lord.
Happy Moms Day =)

I echo all of the above comments.

What a truly heartfelt and beautiful post. Almost as beautiful as your daughter is. :)

Wow! What a VERY LUCKY GIRL to have YOU for a mother! As a former special education teacher I can honestly tell you that you are a huge breath of fresh air. It was rare in the schools where I taught to encounter a mother so positive about being the mother of a special needs child. I had so many parents who actually believed that their kids couldn’t be potty trained b/c a doctor made such a statement……..and so they hadn’t ever tried! You ooze love for that girl and THAT is why she is so successful — because you haven’t capped her potential based on what some doctor told you. May you continue to be blessed by that baby girl!

Stacy

Beautifully written, it made me cry! Bless your daughter!

Your post is so beautiful and sweet and shows such strength…I’m crying….Thank you!

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With God ALL things are possible! May God continue to bless your daughter and your family.

Thank you for sharing Cassidy’s story so far. She is lovely and I know you are so proud of her. My brother Kenny was born with Down Syndrome. All best wishes to you all!

I am reading through your favorite posts, and this is my favorite so far. She is so gorgeous, and her pride she has in herself just shines through!

Thank you for sharing this.

I didn’t know…I go through trials, but there’s no bigger trial than to see your own child struggling everyday… I admire your strength, hope, joy and your love for that little girl. She is so beautiful and lucky to have you as her mom! I pray she’ll be a blessing for you in days to come. And God for sure had a purpose, because He can turn bad things into good. God bless you on your journey!

I’m reading through your posts and love them all. Of course I’m late to this particular party, but still thrilled to hear about your reading Cassidy! Caught the part about Augusta as well. I lived there for a few years and really loved it. Except for the time I had my youngest daughter. She was born at MCG. Long story short, she was born on the bed at MCG without anyone attending. Hearing of your experience and remembering my own…I believe the staff there could benefit from some sort of training. =)