Happy 2nd Birthday Lyla/Lilianna

On November 15th 'my' beautiful Lyla/Lilianna turned 2 happy birthday sweet girl, I hope someone showed you love on your 'special day' I hope you got a simple hug and kiss! I pray you will be home before your next birthday!!!! Happy Birthday blue-eyed princess <3

Are you Lyla/Lilianna's family?? If God is calling you to adopt and/or if he is calling you to adopt Lyla/Lilianna please do not wait another moment!

PS: If you are reading my posts please comment on this post, I changed the url to this blog and I don't know if people can still get to it! Thank you

A post I don't want to write

I just found out that "my" sweet Kevin is now with Jesus! This came as a shock because he seemed to be one of the more 'healthier" and active kids in my heart family! I don't relly know what to say so I will leave you with a picture of him!

Rest in peace sweet little lovie <3

I love you handom boy!

October is.......

October is Down Syndrome Awarness month! And all of "my" angels have Down syndrome! There is somehthing I would like you all to know if you do not know already, Down syndrome is beautiful, people with DS are more ALIKE then different. People sporting that extra chromosome are, loveable, kind, gentle, smart, caring, sweet, helpful and independent. They go to school, they learn to ride bikes and play games, they can drive a car, and have jobs and so much more! People with DS have feelings just like you and I they feel hurt, joy, sadness, and love (and all the other feelings) And it hurts them and their families when people say the "r-word" When someone hears the r-word and they have a sibling or family member with DS its like a stab in the gut and I know because my brother has Down syndrome and my friend Ashley (who has a little sister with DS) said "Even if I'm in a crowded room and its loud and just one person says the r-word its the only thing I hear" The r-word hurts and it dosn't only hurt families that have someone with Down syndrome in their life it also hurts other families too families that have angels with other special needs in their life! So think about who you may hurt before you speak because you never know who is hurting inside when you say that word! Here are some facts about Down Syndrome:

What is Down Syndrome?

"Down syndrome is a genetic condition that causes delays in physical and intellectual development. It occurs in one in every 691 live births. Individuals with Down syndrome have 47 chromosomes instead of the usual 46. It is the most frequently occurring chromosomal disorder. Down syndrome is not related to race, nationality, religion or socioeconomic status. The most important fact to know about individuals with Down syndrome is that they are more like others than they are different."

Diagnosis

"Down syndrome is usually identified at birth or shortly thereafter. Initially the diagnosis is based on physical characteristics that are commonly seen in babies with Down syndrome. These include low muscle tone, a single crease across the palm of the hand, a slightly flattened facial profile and an upward slant to the eyes. The diagnosis must be confirmed by a chromosome study (Some children do not have all of these characteristics)"

Learning & Development

"It is important to remember that while children and adults with Down syndrome experience developmental delays, they also have many talents and gifts and should be given the opportunity and encouragement to develop them.
Most children with Down syndrome have mild to moderate impairments but it is important to note that they are more like other children than they are different. Early Intervention services should be provided shortly after birth. These services should include physical, speech and developmental therapies. Most children attend their neighborhood schools, some in regular classes and others in special education classes. Some children have more significant needs and require a more specialized program.
Some high school graduates with Down syndrome participate in post-secondary education. Many adults with Down syndrome are capable of working in the community, but some require a more structured environment."

Health Issues

"Many children with Down syndrome have health complications beyond the usual childhood illnesses. Approximately 40% of the children have congenital heart defects. It is very important that an echocardiogram be performed on all newborns with Down syndrome in order to identify any serious cardiac problems that might be present. Some of the heart conditions require surgery while others only require careful monitoring. Children with Down syndrome have a higher incidence of infection, respiratory, vision and hearing problems as well as thyroid and other medical conditions. However, with appropriate medical care most children and adults with Down syndrome can lead healthy lives. The average life expectancy of individuals with Down syndrome is 55 years, with many living into their sixties and seventies."

More pictures of Lilianna

Her are some more pictures of sweet Lilianna

look at what a sweet baby she was! (Spring 2010)

Picture from August/September 2011 Beautiful little princess

In this picture you can see her missing hand! What a beautiful baby she was and still is (Spring 2010)

Over a month

Wow, it has been over a month since I last blogged! In that month one of "my babies" had his 4th birthday! That sweet "baby" is Andrew! He turned 4 without a mommy and daddy to give him hugs and kisses! I don't know the exact day of his birth but I do know he was born on some day in September 2007! What a handsome boy he is I know he would just THRIVE in a loving family! Could that family be yours? Maybe this perfect little boy is your son...  

"Dear God, please bring a family for Andrew quickly please keep Andrew safe and healthy as he waits for his family! Amen"

(sorry this post was so short but I plan on posting more soon)

Precious Princess!!!!!

Precious Princess Lilianna has been through so much in her short life!

Here is what her RR profile says:

"Girl, born November 2009

Lilianna survived!!   She had an adoptive family previously, but they were not permitted to adopt her at the time because she was in the hospital and not expected to live.  But she DID!  We are thrilled she is healthy enough to be relisted!   

Sweet little Lilianna has a congenital heart defect (ASD and VSD) and possible pulmonary issues.  She is also missing her left forearm entirely.   Lilianna has bright blue eyes and needs a family right away.  We have many pictures of her!"

See what I mean? The family that wanted so badly to adopt her was the Spitz family! Oh how sad they were when they had to "let her go"! They planned on naming her "Lyla", when she joind their beautiful family! The Spitz family is amazing not only did they adopt another child after having to let go of "Lyla" but they are now in the process of adopting AGAIN! No they can not adopt "Lilianna/Lyla" at this time but they are adopting a beautiful little boy who they are naming Gavin! This will be their 4th adoption (2 domestic and now 2 international) They already have 6 children and they cannot wait to bring Gavin home! Go to this post to see how much the Spitz family loves "Lyla" cause they are "LUCKY TO LOVE LYLA" Now will you help me find Lilianna an amazing family that will teach her how to love and be loved? A family that will cuddle her before bed and read a story? A family that will fill her tummy with yummy homemade food? A family that will kiss her "booboos" when she gets hurt? A family that will take her to get surgery done on her heart if she needs it? She wasn't expected to live but she DID!!!! She is alive for a reason, she was not born to be put in a crib and left there for hours on end! She was not born to be left alone all her life! She did not survive so people can see her picture and think "Awe shes so cute" then turn the other direction and not advocate or adopt her! She survived for a bigger purpose and that purpose was to be adopted and to be LOVED!!!!!

("baby" picture of Lilianna taken last spring)

If you feel called to ask about adopting Lilianna PLEASE do not wait another minute!  

GIVEAWAY OVER AT GUARDIAN ANGELS

We are having our very first giveaway over at Guardian Angels! Go check it out and enter to win 2 amazing hats donated by Tanya's Crochet (you can find her on facebook) All proceeds go to the Kelley family so they can bring Isaac home where he belongs! This is one of the amazing hats that we are giving away in our giveaway!

(go to our blog to see entry fees)