Jacob's Story - From His Daddy

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From a Father....

When I first found out that my son was going to be born with Down syndrome, I was disappointed, not for myself, but for the opportunities that my son may not have because of his disability. No father wants any of his children to suffer from any illness or disability. We do all we can try to protect and care for our children and I felt helpless that this was one thing I could not protect him from.

After the getting over the initial sadness that I felt, all I wanted was for my son to be brought in to this world safely. I never felt more relief than when I heard him scream immediately after he was born. I remember thanking God that I have the opportunity to meet and spend time with my wonderful son. The first time I held my son, any fears or worries about the future melted away. I do not care that there may be difficult times ahead. Raising any child is not easy. I realized from the moment he was placed in my arms that everything would be all right. This little boy was my son. I realized that in life nothing and no one is flawless. I realized that I was given an amazing opportunity that others have not. Having my son has never made me feel so alive. When he “talks” back at me when I nuzzle his neck or cries because his bottle does not come fast enough, moments that I could never even imagine not experiencing.

I remember my wife upon hearing the news feeling guilt and sadness. One thing I would like to say to her is THANK YOU Lisa! Thank you for giving birth to the most wonderful addition to our family… OUR SON!