If you were to ask 20 different people their interpretation on any given fact, you would probably get 20 different answers. But if you were to ask those same people to express their interpretation of an Angel, their answers would most likely be similar. Whether you are spiritual minded or not, the word 'Angel' usually brings to mind an image of a character with wings. You naturally think of a floating presence bringing forth a spirit of well being, peace and good will. Angels do not speak, they act. Although these images have been etched in our minds from artist's renderings on greeting cards, paintings, Christmas ornaments, etc., most can only assume that this is the true image of Angels.
We would like to help broaden your image of Angels!
Have you ever heard of Angelman syndrome? Most likely not, but it is very real. How do we know? We have a son who received this diagnosis in May of 1995. Until that time, we were also strangers to Angelman syndrome. But we became quick studies, something that happens naturally when you love and care for an individual with this diagnosis. Our son is Corbin Titus. After receiving his diagnosis we also realized that referring to him and other persons sharing this diagnosis came the habit of referring to them as Angels. And they are.
Picture an image of fair skin, light hair, light eyes, and a huge smile and you have the image of an Angel. The majority of individuals with Angelman syndrome have fair skin, light hair, light eyes, (lighter skin tone and hair color with respect to other members of their family) and the biggest most genuine smile you will ever see. An encounter with one of these Angels may bring you a hug, a squeeze of the hand, an outburst of laughter, or a rub on the head; but you are guaranteed a big wide smile. And ironically, Angels do not speak.
When your child is delayed and held back from doing activities or reaching milestones that society deems "normal", there is always an initial sense of fear. Fear of what's next, what's wrong, why did this happen, can it be fixed, where do we go from here? All those questions can be overwhelming and inflict feelings that life has come to a screeching halt. Well, our view is this: Angels are not normal, they're PERFECT. They know nothing but absolute, unconditional love. Love in it's purest form.
They do represent, however, an enormous amount of time and energy and have very specific special needs. That is why we formed Love for Angels. On the following pages you will meet and see the love that radiates from them. We have a very special group that has a common bond in their Angels and we welcome you to join us in our journey.
We can fulfill one promise up front. Once you meet an Angel, you will never forget or be the same.
Thank you,
Robin Titus and Bob Cochrane