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12 Things Having A Little Sister With Down Syndrome Taught Me

12 ways that down syndrome changed my life.

1. There is such thing as love at first sight.

2. It's OK to be a little weird sometimes.

3. The most unusual of circumstances can have the biggest impact on your life.

4. Whatever obstacles you may face, you CAN overcome.

5. There is so much joy in the little things.

6. There are genuinely good people in this world.

7. Laughter really is the best medicine.

8. Something as simple as kindness makes a difference.

9. You may find your best friend in the most unexpected of places.

10. It doesn't take a big person to make a big difference.

11. There is such a thing as unconditional love and it's BEAUTIFUL.

12. An extra chromosome makes you EXTRA beautiful.