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Michael C

@mcfiction.bsky.social

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Advocate for people with Down syndrome. Writer of heartwarming and heartbreaking short stories. Free to read at: https://mc-fiction.com/

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · 6d

A Down syndrome diagnosis does not define a person’s humanity.

#Downsyndrome #intellectualdisability #developmentaldisability #disability #disabilityawareness

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Limberation - Limber Up To Live Life @limberation.com · 7d

I saw his video last night. It was very good. Glad there is media coverage.

Advocate lodges complaint after accessibility issues at Disability Minister Mark Butler's office

#Disability #ChronicIllness

Advocate says federal disability minister's office is inaccessible

A viral video showing a lack of accessibility into the offices of the federal minister for disability has highlighted broader issues for access into public buildings, an advocate says.

www.abc.net.au

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · 6d

Every person with Down syndrome is living a life that matters. They deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.

#Downsyndrome #intellectualdisability #developmentaldisability #disability #disabilityawareness

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · 6d

A person with Down syndrome may not mean anything to you, but they mean everything to someone.

#Downsyndrome #intellectualdisability #developmentaldisability #disability #disabilityawareness

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Dawn_GG @dawngg.bsky.social · 13d

This one hits home for me. My son Levi has Down syndrome — he’s bright, funny, determined, and just lit up a billboard in Times Square during the NDSS Buddy Walk.

Please join me and speak up: our kids deserve better than uncertainty about their rights. 💙
#DownSyndrome #InclusionMatters #ProtectOSEP

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · 6d

The difference between you and a person with Down syndrome is one chromosome. But the ways you are alike are countless.

#Downsyndrome #intellectualdisability #developmentaldisability #disability #disabilityawareness

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · 6d

When people with Down syndrome achieve the unexpected, it’s because our expectations are too low.

#Downsyndrome #intellectualdisability #developmentaldisability #disability #disabilityawareness

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · 6d

A Down syndrome diagnosis does not define a person’s humanity.

#Downsyndrome #intellectualdisability #developmentaldisability #disability #disabilityawareness

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Aug 12

Thank you for taking the time to read the story and for your comment!

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jul 9

I am so happy for you and your family. Thank you for your comment!

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jul 9

Those pictures would make anyone smile!

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jul 9

I agree. It is an amazing speech!

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jul 9

I had a similar experience. I grew up with a childhood friend who had Down syndrome. That led me to my career working with adults with intellectual disabilities. I’m retired now, but I still miss them! Thank you for your comment.

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jul 8

I am so sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to work with people with disabilities for decades. During that time, I lost five friends with Down syndrome. I can only hope you find comfort in the memories you have of your nephew.

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 30

I'm sorry you took offense at a description that is frequently used.

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 27

Thank you.

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 27

Thank you. We were friends for 17 years, and his memory is a wonderful blessing.

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 26

UNWORTHY

A story about Operation T4, carried out by the Nazis based on the doctrine that people with disabilities represented “life unworthy of life.” Their murder was termed disinfection.

The story is free to read. mc-fiction.com/2021/06/15/u...

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 25

Caregivers often go unappreciated. You and your brother are fortunate to have each other. Thank you for your comment.

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 25

So sorry you lost her. Thank you for your comment.

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 24

I've lost several friends with Down syndrome, but I can only imagine how painful it is to lose a loved one. Thank you for your comment.

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 22

I'm glad you liked it! Thank you for taking the time to read it and for your comment!

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 21

I'm glad you liked the poem! Our little dog is Zoey. She's eleven pounds of cuteness. The pup in your profile pic is adorable as well!

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Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 21

I agree completely.

Michael C @mcfiction.bsky.social · Jun 21

I understand what you're saying. Having an illness is difficult enough without having to put up with the skeptical attitudes of the medical profession.

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