Karen tells the story of her son Daniel. Daniel has Down Syndrome. The article is in two parts. The first part describes his inclusion in the local primary school and the author's feelings about putting Daniel in this environment where, she initially thought, he would be subject to ridicule and loneliness. The second part of this article looks at the fact that Daniel is now in mainstream high school and is completing work experience at the Police and Citizens Youth Club, a choice made by Daniel because he wants to enter the police force.