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Would you mind posting this on your yahoo group?
Lisa Schuh
Dear Friends,
As many of you know, it has been my great pleasure during the last year to be able to support my daughter Teagan and a cause about which I care deeply—Down syndrome awareness—through my involvement with GiGi’s Playhouse and the i have a voice project.
Teagan has been such a blessing to our family. She is a never-ending source of joy and love. Every day she amazes us. With her energy and intelligence, we know there is absolutely no limit to what she can do. When I look at Teagan, all I see is love and potential. And it thrills me to imagine what she can become.
Unfortunately, there are some who look at Teagan, and only see a diagnosis. They see limitations and focus on what she can’t do. It’s an attitude that causes individuals with Down syndrome to be prejudged, even ostracized. And it is still sadly pervasive. The need for education and awareness about the diagnosis is great. i have a voice is about meeting that need.
Currently, through a partnership with GiGi’s Playhouse and the photographer Thomas Balsamo, I am working to produce i have a voice the book—a collection of portraits and first person accounts from individuals with and families impacted by Down syndrome (including Teagan!). And with your support, our project could get funding through the American Express Members Project. The Members Project is an exciting initiative that brings people together to make a difference in the world. I ask only that you take a moment of your time to visit “i have a voice” Down syndrome awareness project and nominate our project. You do not need to be an American Express member to nominate our project. Everyone is eligible. However, if you are not an American Express member, you will be asked to quickly set up a username and password before you can vote.
With your help, we can open the eyes of countless people worldwide to the boundless potential of people with Down syndrome. We are simply providing a platform for them share their stories, in their words.
Thank you so much for your time and support. And please pass it on to everyone you know.
Lisa Schuh (Bagby)
On Aug 20, 2008, at 2:11 PM, MJ wrote:
I think there are a few of us planning on a brick tonight, so if you're interested in a short run after the ride, please bring your running shoes! Just 2 more weeks of these rides, so hope to see you out there!MJUSAT Level I Certified Coach----- Forwarded Message ----
From: "ChiTriLunaChix@yahoogroups. com" <ChiTriLunaChix@ yahoogroups. com>
To: ChiTriLunaChix@yahoogroups. com
Sent: Tuesday, August 19, 2008 6:10:22 PM
Subject: [ChiTriLunaChix] Luna Chix Bike Ride, 8/20/2008, 6:15 pm
Reminder from: ChiTriLunaChix Yahoo! Group Title: Luna Chix Bike Ride Date: Wednesday August 20, 2008 Time: 6:15 pm - 7:45 pm Repeats: This event repeats every week until Wednesday August 27, 2008. Location: Waterfall Glen - I55 and Cass Avenue Street: I55 and Cass Avenue City State Zip: Darien, IL Phone: 708-466-2379 Notes: NOTE THAT OUR RIDE WILL NOW BE STARTING AT 6:15pm! Please join the Chicago Triathlon Luna Chix for our weekly bike ride! This ride typically splits into two groups and averages 16-18mph for the entire ride, though we encourage everyone to come out and join us. This is a no-drop ride. Please arrive early so you can be prepared to roll out at 6:15pm. We meet at the Main Entrance on Northgate Road, west of Cass Avenue. Whether you're training for triathlon or just wanting to get out and ride, we'd love to have you join us!
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