Lately, it seems like I have been hearing the R word a lot. Obviously since Brady's birth the word rings a bit louder than it used to. I am amazed at how casually people throw it around, and I'm ashamed to admit that I used to be one of these people. I know that they are not using it to deliberately offend anyone, but that's what the word does. It's interesting when someone uses the word in front of Brady and I and then realizes what just fell out of their mouth. Their attempt at a recovery is humorous.
So in an effort to create more sensitivity and awareness of this dirty little word the Special Olympics has created a campaign called "Spread the word to end the word." I have made a personal pledge to never use the word again and I hope that you will choose to do the same. I typically leave "agendas" out of this blog, but I feel this is important. Take the pledge if you wish, but at the very least be aware of what you are saying and the impact it can have on others.
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I love it! I am so glad you posted this. I am ordering my shirt tomorrow. It's cute and I'm excited.
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