As a young boy...
I didn't walk until I was 2
I had a lot of sensory problems
I had surgeries
I was suspended 3 time in Kindergarten (imitating other kids, but got caught I guess)
Most believed in me, but some Special Ed staff thought I should be in their classes
I wasn't potty trained until I was 7
Transitions were hard for me. Writing was even more difficult
I refused to go the the dentist, doctor, get my blood drawn, get shots and my ears checked. I couldn't tolerate getting my hair or nails cut
I've made a lot of mistakes
Now..
I’m out of high school and continuing to learn.
I’m a Board of Directors member for the National Down Syndrome Society which is the largest Human Rights Organization.
I travel, paint, speak and most of all change perceptions of others through networking wherever I go.