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World Down Syndrome Day 2019 Day 20Why am I proud of myself?

I am proud because my one sister and two brothers tell me, ‘I am a good sister’.

I am proud because I have trained hard and been selected for Special Olympics National Games for Victoria in basketball and swimming. Next, I might try bowling.

I am proud because I feel good about myself.

I am proud when I do public speaking at special events.

I am proud when I try to be a good girlfriend.

I am proud when I go out in the community for special functions.

I am proud I have been able to work hard at my job at Harris Scarfe in Ballarat where I live.

I am proud when my workmates and friends say I am popular.

I am proud that I have been able to live by myself for about five years. I do have some helpers who come to my house and my family help.

I am proud of my card making business. See me on Facebook at PICS BY KEZ. I take the photos and mum helps me make cards. I sell them at a Craft Cottage and cafes in Ballarat.

I was very proud when one of my photos was picked to be in the final of My Perspective 2018 Photo competition.

 

Dictated to Trish Glenane

Follow Kez at her Facebook page

See her photo selected by My Perspective at the Down's Syndrome Association website

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