Outgrowing ‘mentally retarded’ and other unsubstantiated fears

     Thirty-nine years ago, Katie Holleran scared the hell out of us.      Mary and I were celebrating the delivery of our first child, Kathleen Barbara Holleran.    “Tell me that child has 10 finger and 10 toes?’’ Mary confidently asked the obstetrician.   “Yes, she does,’’ Dr. Clay said matter of factly.    Thirty-five … Continue reading Outgrowing ‘mentally retarded’ and other unsubstantiated fears