March 21 is chosen as World Down Syndrome Day because the date "3/21" represents the triplication of the 21st chromosome. People with Down syndrome have 3 copies of the 21st chromosome instead of 2. It is celebrated by Down syndrome organizations all over the world.
This video honors World Down Syndrome Awareness Day 2011 and is made in partnership with 45 countries. Precious faces and radiant smiles from all over our world. This makes my heart happy. If you have a son, daughter, brother, sister or friend with Down Syndrome this tribute's for you too.
Let the heavens be glad and let the earth rejoice! Psalm 96:11
No comments:
Post a Comment