[I still care]

I know of at least 2 children that the doctors said would be abnormal, and applied a lot of pressure to abort. Both were perfect.

I also know of a child who the doctors said would be terribly abnormal, and really pushed the Mom to abort. She defied them, and delivered a child that while not physically perfect, is a delight to all that know her. She is active in our church and we love her dearly.

It's an evil culture that does not recognize the special sacred worth of each person.

[little jeremiah]

It's an evil culture that does not recognize the special sacred worth of each person.

No matter what physical or mental capabilities. Sometimes people opposed to abortion say things like "suppose Einstein was aborted" or some other great person. Every soul is precious and worthy; we're all handicapped in one way or another.

[beezdotcom]

I know of at least 2 children that the doctors said would be abnormal, and applied a lot of pressure to abort. Both were perfect.

I know similar cases - and frighteningly, I think *many* people know cases like this.

I also know people so advised who *did* have abnormal children - and yet, they still loved those children, for the few minutes they shared with them before they died. Sometimes, your job as a parent lasts only a few minutes - but it's still your job to perform.

[cgk]

It's an evil culture that does not recognize the special sacred worth of each person.

Well said... Amen!

[mware]

One of my students who was interviewed for her work with handicapped children had this to say.

"One of the greatest things you can do in life is help others! I truly believe that the handicapped and mentally challenged people around us are all angels sent from heaven to help show us the way here on Earth."