It's All About Love: The Story of Randall Hayes Russ

About the Book

Randall Hayes Russ was born April 29, 1959. It wasn't until he was two months old that his parents found out he was "special", that he had Down Syndrome.

In 1959, little was known about Down Syndrome. His parents' doctors recommended they put him in an institution, forget about him, and try to have another baby. They were devastated but resolved to prove the doctors wrong.

In this poignant narrative, a family recounts the memorable stories of life with Randy: Stories of triumph, stories of sorrow, stories of learning, and stories of Love.

With his parents' dedication and persistence, Randy would defy the experts. He challenged us to teach him and in the process became our teacher.

About the Author

Our family recounts the memorable stories of life with Randall Hayes Russ (our brother). Robert "Opey" Russ wrote this book with the hope it would comfort, enlighten and inspire families who have children with Down Syndrome.

Robert "Opey" Russ lives in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida and works as a Real Estate Broker and Instructor.

Robin Lindenmeier lives in Richland, Washington and works as a teacher.