2007 Buddy Walk Thank You

As you know, the 2007 Buddy Walk was held on September 29th at the AT&T Bricktown Ballpark. It was a beautiful day for the Buddy Walk and over 2,000 people attended. Thanks to those who were able to attend and walk with “Addison’s Army”.

The financial support we received from generous supporters, such as you, was overwhelming. The local Buddy Walk raised over $100,000, with Addison’s Army (your donations) contributing over $6,000. As a result of your generosity, Addison’s Army was the one of the highest fundraising teams!

We appreciate your participation and generosity in support of Addison’s Army and the Buddy Walk this year!

2007 Supporters:
Brian & Pat Ahern
American Fidelity
Allan Arnold
Arif Baig
Rita & Ernie Bingham
Justin & Regina Bingham
Joe & Jana Bingham
Larry & Masie Bross
Laurie Brown
Edward Campbell
Ron & Delisa Campney
Joanne Campney
Laura Castrop
Judith & Steve Cherry
Suzanne Dolan
Angela Estes
John & Shannon Ford
Ann Foster
Travis Fuksa
Alta & Herb Garrett
Katie Garrett
Barry & Stacey Garrett
Randy Glasgow
Richard & Mary Goldner
Michael Guerra
Karen Haddon
Brady & Gay Hagood
Scott & Ruthie Hall
Dr. Margaret Hall
Ronnie & Toni Hays
JC, Jayme & Cohen Hopson
Leslie Hoyt Family
Rochelle Huber
Karen & Jody Inman
Liz Johnson & Bob Charrette
Valerie & Jason Jones
Don & Mary Jung
Jeff Kenney & Family
Stephen Kerrigan
Mike & Rebecca Klehm
Donna & Ken Klehm
Bob & Gwen Krenowicz
Naomi Lackey
Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary
Ginger & Jeff Laxton
Pat & Annita Leehan
Stefanie Leehan
Teresa Leehan
A. J. Legere
Janet Mahon
Brandon Mainka
Cheryl Meade
Jack & Janet Melton
Nancy & Ray Melton
Rodd & Kristi Melton
Elizabeth Meredith
Grandma & Grandpa Moberly
Aarron & Emily Montgomery
John & Kim Moore
Joann & Paul Muzny
Drew & Nadia Neal
Sheri & Jr Newsom
Tricia Northcutt
Brenda & Kenneth Paine
David & Julie Payne
Ellen, Dean & Chris Paynter
Cindy & Chad Puckett
Yvonne Ritchie
Bob & Ramona Ritchie
Gian & Melissa Santoro
Paul Schlemmer
Erin & Matt Schovanec
Judy & Bill Seaton
Lavenia Simmons
Amie & Steve Squibb
Chris & Susan Teague Family
Shaina Tollefson
Jane & Glen Veal
Robert & Verlena Ward
Brandon & Jenna Weaver
Bob & Janice White
Ron & Donnita Wilkens
Pat Wilkinson
Darcy Wilson
Richard Winegar
Ashley Witt
Jolanda & Neil Womack
Christina & Brice Woods
Damon & Krista Wright
Erich & Breonda Ziegler

People First Language/Politically Correct Language

People First Language
The correct name of this diagnosis is Down syndrome. There is no apostrophe (Down). The "s" in syndrome is not capitalized (syndrome).

It is important to use the correct terminology. A person "has" Down syndrome, rather than "suffers from," "is a victim of," "is diseased with" or "afflicted by."

Basic Guidelines:
1. Put people first, not their disability
- A "person with a disability", not a "disabled person"
- A "child with "Down syndrome", not an "Down's child"
2. Use emotionally neutral expressions
- A person "with" Down syndrome, not "afflicted with" Down syndrome
- A person "has" Down syndrome, not "suffers from" Down syndrome
3. Emphasize abilities, not limitations
- A child "receives special education services", not "in special ed"
4. Adopt preferred language
- A "cognitive disability" or "intellectual disability" is preferred over "mentally retarded"
- "Typically developing" or "typical" is preferred over "normal"

Addison's 3rd Birthday

Cindy's Last Visit

Cindy has been Addison's Occupational Therapist for the last 3 years. Cindy is with Sooner Start, which handles early intervention of developmentally delayed kiddos up to 3 years old. Addison benefitted tremendously from Cindy's guidance. We had a great experience with Sooner Start and Cindy. We'll miss you Cindy!!!