About UsHello! I'm Julia, and welcome to Beyond the Waves! My twin brother Michael was my inspiration to make this website. Michael is on the severe spectrum of Down Syndrome, and is completely non-verbal. However, that doesn't stop him from enlightening those around him with his kindness and happiness. My mission is to share with those who have never had any experience with those in the disabled community a glimpse in the life of someone with a disability. All in order to disband the negative image surrounding the disabled population in today's society.
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Who We Are |
Today in our world, up to 90% of mothers who are expecting a baby with Down Syndrome decide to get an abortion, due to the lack of knowledge regarding the condition. Since a lot of prejudice exists around the disabled community-- due to behavioral issues, difficulty in lifestyle, and miscommunication-- many people never get to be touched by the genuine kindness radiating from these individuals. This site is created not only to share the story of my life while living with Michael, but to serve as a portal for others willing to share their own stories, in order to help educate the community of how rewarding life can be while living with a disability (or with someone who has one).
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Getting involved
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Along with Michael's blog, this website contains two other pages, one for other stories, and another for other blogs or websites. If you would like to join in and share your story, just fill out the contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible!
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