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Thank you to Anian’s class for participating in World Down Syndrome Day and Rockin their Socks!! This is Anian’s NEW teacher…see how that worked out😍God is good! 💛💙 https://www.instagram.com/p/CqEQ6ghrk0J/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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💛💙 #wdsd! https://www.instagram.com/p/CqD2mREOnXb/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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HAPPY WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY!!! Get them socks out! We’ll be in Annapolis for the celebration, flood the timeline and tag us in your socks pics! #brownbaby321 https://www.instagram.com/p/CqDPDPkL3Sy/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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These are chromosomes. The one circled is chromosome 21 - note the three copies of the chromosome. This is Trisomy 21, also known as Down syndrome. You & I have just 2 copies of Chromosome 21. Boo Thang (well, now he ONLY answers to his full first and last Anian Caldwell, if you don’t he will continue to say it until you do🤣) & other people with Down Syndrome have 3 copies... 💙💛 They look like socks, right? This is where the idea of Rock your Socks for World Down Syndrome Day was born from! On March 21st, World Down Syndrome Day, we celebrate by wearing our brightest, loudest or mix match socks🧦 . And why is WDSD held on March 21st? 21:3 (chromosome 21, 3 copies = 21st day of the 3rd month of the year) easy to remember ! Don't forget to join in on the day! 💛💙🧦 tag us in your pics! #brownbaby321 https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp_wQ7ONyn5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It’s almost 3/21 and we would love if you would join us in celebrating Boo Thang and every single person with Down Syndrome in wearing your most colorful, loudest, most fun socks!! tag us!! #brownbaby321 https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp3h5lJrVj2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It’s never a surprise at the many accomplishments and we will add this to the list! Black owned skincare line! With all the many things, I do hope she is proud of HERSELF, that’s so important, to take a second at the God given talent, the work ethic, the drive. No wonder the hurdles come, the greatness is inevitable. Awesome interview Miya! Let’s gooooo!!! #sadestudios https://canvasrebel.com/meet-amiya-foster/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm73fGZIEyH/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Decided to scroll through antenna TV lolol and came across a classic…Imma sit right here for a bit..🤣 https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl2aeElod0n/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Hubby went to his work event (acceptable work costumes were requested) as Rick Ross cause why not, people have actually had a fan breakdown thinking it was him🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 He said he wanted to bet on how many wouldn’t know or think Mr. T, cause his colleagues umm well might not know🤣🤣🤣 https://www.instagram.com/p/CkOBJMxL2OI/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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PODS of PG County is working vigorously to have our organization recognized at the Washington Commanders home game this Sunday, October 23rd at 1:00pm. We need 25 or more participants, and the Commanders will spotlight PODS on the jumbotron. Also, we’re working on the PODS family and friends holding the American flag during the National Anthem (woohoo). Again, this will be a great opportunity for PODS and bring awareness and inclusion to Down syndrome. Support PODS by purchasing tickets to the Commanders vs. Green Bay Packers game today!. Go to Ticketmaster.com and purchase your tickets directly. So that we’re all together, please select seats from club level sections 315 or 316. Prices are $139+taxes. on Sunday, October 23. Share this with family, friends & all in your social media networks! Please email Delores at [email protected] once you have completed your purchase. Thank you in Advance for your Support! -PODS Planning Committee https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj5cknFLZPP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Alright!!! Cousin TJ has something to say!! We are still working it out this month with reflections from friends and family! Advocating and awareness starts at home, this is also my brother cause I’ve always wanted one!! I love this family💛💙 #blackdownsyndromeawareness #rockinforboothang #brownbaby321 https://www.instagram.com/p/CjUD5YbIVL_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It’s OCTOBER!!! The month of many celebrations, and advocacy campaigns so for us it’s DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH!! Sharing my sweet, mischievous, jokester, stubborn, smart, lil brother behaviored (new word lol) child! Go Boo Thang! https://www.instagram.com/p/CjLaeZcLcZ_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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It’s so nice out so hubby helped me make my way to the deck, watching Prey, my leg is a teeny bit swollen so elevating with those clot cuffs on, staying positive. Cast on next week. I hate pain meds that make you loopy and sleepy so yesterday was difficult to manage (and it seems that’s all the Docs offer) but it’s Friday and I REALLY want something good to eat. Oh and some movie suggestions, ya’ll I can’t stand being still but i’m trying cause I pay for it in the end. This is harder than I thought😩 So movies, books and good healthy eats will occupy me😉 send some suggestions. https://www.instagram.com/p/ChKo-EELoCq/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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These past two weeks have been a doozy, broke my ankle rollerskating (I was gettin it ya’ll, till it got me😩) it felt like my foot came completely off! But one thing is for certain, this man of mine is gonna hold us down! Ya’ll I couldn’t do (and some things still can’t) anything by myself, it was the ultimate of not being in control (and well I like to control things lol) but this time God said nah, sit down and I had to completely let go all my plans. With the daily life we have with our munchkins, work, camp, errands just everything, he did it all. And still doing it all. He called in reinforcements when needed (thank ya village!! it ain’t over, we still need ya’ll🤣) and just did what comes natural for him. For him, this is no big deal, it’s who he is, no sweat, not one complaint. Before we even left the hospital, he ordered a scooter, I had my crutches and he ordered cute covers (cause he know me lol), leg elevation pillow, got everything I needed and said babe rest I got this. It will be a long recovery cause I really broke that thing, no joke. Now let us pray for him, as the school year approaches, three different school drop offs, extracurriculars and more and it was my right foot, this Mama won’t be driving till next year😳 I just had to stop in to say thank you honey, thank you cause I couldn’t imagine doing life without you, you are a true gem, I’m beyond blessed! #rollerskating #sicknessandinhealth #myhusbandismybestfriend https://www.instagram.com/p/ChGd44nLahA/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I’m cracking up because I JUST played back and realized he said “stinky feet” for the foot pic🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 The bunny he says rabbit and the ball is soccer cause it’s a soccer ball. Rainy day means games, movies and snacks all day in our house…we throw in some learning too😉 #brownbaby321 #rockinforboothang https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfzsg42Lwnv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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He’s still everywhere I am…all the time lol. The other night at who knows what in the morning, he climbed in our bed…ok cool, you stay there, I’m out cause them kicks and tosses and turns, Mama gets no sleep! So I went in his bed. This boy gonna wake up to come find me talkin bout “Mama my bed”! Ya think?! #brownbaby321 #rockinforboothang https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfxi1j2Lw4X/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I’m honored to be invited to serve on the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council. This is so important and i’m excited to lend my voice to this important work! #strivingtomakemypurposemywork #Icoulddothisallday #brownbaby321 #rockinforboothang https://www.instagram.com/p/CfsgrQUstOq/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=