In the fall of 2008 I went to Amy Armstrong's house as green as her front lawn. She was one of my first interviews as a big girl, full-time journalist. I was there to talk to Amy about her toddler, Larkin, and Amy's advocacy initiative, Larkin's Place at the Stephens Family YMCA. Fifteen years later, Amy and I talk about the next phase of Larkin's life and how Amy and her husband have to prepare to legally take control of Larkin before the age of 18 hits.  Listen as this momologist and long-time resident explains the list of Larkin's diagnosis and why Down Syndrome is the least of their concerns-the hidden disabilities being the most worrisome. Infantile spasms, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, epilepsy, Celiac disease and Autism occupy the family's mental space and sometimes makes them feel alone. Comparison being the thief of joy doesn't mean you don't notice what your daughter will never get to do or experience, even if she doesn't notice herself.I'd like to thank this episode's sponsor, Pixels by Emily. A gifted private Simply Santa session, keepsake artwork and a joyful memory will brighten many Christmas' this year. The more local businesses that sponsor, the more families will be eligible! If you would like to sponsor a lucky family or are in need of a session yourself, pixelsbyemily.com/santasponsorshipprogram to sign up.Thank you so much for listening! However your podcast host of choice allows, please positively: rate, review, comment and give all the stars! Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, share and ring that notification bell so you know when the next episode drops! Also, search and follow hyperlocalscu on all social media. If I forgot anything or you need me, visit my website at HyperLocalsCU.com. Byee.

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