Anybody that is skeptical in what the relationship will offer them in return needs to be aware of this: I am have a genius level IQ and several degrees;yet, my best friend is the lady next door who was born with Down syndrome. She is very intelligent and caring and teaches me stuff everyday. Does she understand life and our purpose as humans? That was a question someone asked me about her one time. Lividly, I replied yes more so than you probably ever could! She understands love and that's enough for me to offer her a place in my heart and within our world.