It is very fascinating how much they actually do comprehend. Even if they might not actually communicate it to you in a way you understand, they still get it. My older brother, 30, (I'm 27) also has Downs, and even though I've come to terms with it, my parents often seem surprised how quick he picks up on things - especially the technological stuff. He handles the TV and the computer better than my parents. He is pretty much always aware of what he's doing, people just seem to confuse his disability to talk proper with not comprehending. He is a big goofball that often does not say much, but he is the most loving person I've ever met, kind, sweet, and funny, and I would not trade him for anything. And neither would my parents. Sure it can be a lot of work, especially in the earlier years, but hey, you end up with a grown up child that is full of happiness and love, and that is pretty freakin' awesome if you ask me.
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It is very fascinating how much they actually do comprehend. Even if they might not actually communicate it to you in a way you understand, they still get it. My older brother, 30, (I'm 27) also has Downs, and even though I've come to terms with it, my parents often seem surprised how quick he picks up on things - especially the technological stuff. He handles the TV and the computer better than my parents. He is pretty much always aware of what he's doing, people just seem to confuse his disability to talk proper with not comprehending. He is a big goofball that often does not say much, but he is the most loving person I've ever met, kind, sweet, and funny, and I would not trade him for anything. And neither would my parents. Sure it can be a lot of work, especially in the earlier years, but hey, you end up with a grown up child that is full of happiness and love, and that is pretty freakin' awesome if you ask me.
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