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Author Archives: Karen
World Down Syndrome Day – Jewelry Line
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS ~ Andrew has expanded love and continues to make some wonderful pieces for Down syndrome Awareness. He continues this through his partnership with Hazel In Pink Handmade Creations for his ongoing nonprofit fundraising efforts of helping others. Together with … Continue reading
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Be Strong Rock On Collaboration
We are so very excited to make this huge announcement!!!!!! Christine Chittle, owner of Hazel In Pink Handmade Creations is collaborating with Andrew for an amazing fundraising campaign. Her motto is Keeping Hope Local! Now those are beautiful words don’t … Continue reading
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World Down syndrome Day – March 21st
I love it when people help me celebrate Down syndrome Awareness. I get invited to speak about my life all the time. I like speaking about my dreams and my goals. I like to share how together with my mom … Continue reading
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Look Into Your Heart
“If we could look into each other’s hearts and understand the unique challenges each of us faces, I think we would treat each other more gently, with more love, patience, tolerance and care.” ~ M.J.A.
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Gigi’s Studio Boutique
WE ARE SO EXCITED TO MAKE THIS BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!!! We are partnering with some pretty amazing people. Did you know that our friends at GiGi’s Studio Boutique is the 1st boutique in Fort Wayne to be run by individuals with … Continue reading
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Save The Date For A Fun Event
SAVE THE DATE EVERYONE. . April 20th will be Andrew’s Annual “ROCK YOUR SOCKS ~ SUPER HERO STYLE” Fundraiser being held once again at Colasantis Tropical Gardens. Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks about tickets & sponsorship … Continue reading
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Cowboy Jack has arrived
NEW, NEW, NEW…….. Hi everyone, if you love collecting Andrew’s cool GROUP HUG APPAREL designs, please check out the latest one called “COWBOY JACK”. He’s added it to his his line up with ClassicJack JacksBigHead PatchJack HeadPhoneJack GuitarJack and Winnebagle … Continue reading
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Sharing many wonderful people……who happen to have Down syndrome
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Life is what we make of it
Every day I feel blessed to have this amazing young man as my son. He reminds me that anything is possible. When Andrew was born, the Dr came into the hospital room and said “I believe your son has Down … Continue reading
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Save The Date – Yee Haw
SAVE THE DATE: On Friday, March 31s t , 2017 we will be holding our 3rd Annual Pasta Dinner Fundraiser for Andrew’s ‘Helping Sick Children One Shirt At A Time’ Campaign at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, 1550 Road 3 E, Kingsville, … Continue reading
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WHAT IS ANDREW’S ‘HELPING SICK CHILDREN ONE SHIRT AT A TIME’ CAMPAIGN?
Andrew enjoys giving his shirts to little ones to help keep them brave and strong during an illness or receiving treatments. He calls them “his super hero shirts”. Andrew sends these shirts, along with a stuffed animal and a special … Continue reading
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Be Strong Rock On – documentary
This documentary is about my son Andrew Banar. He was born with Down Syndrome and has been challenged with many of the associated health issues. With the help of our family Andrew has started his own t-shirt company called Group … Continue reading
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