She was loved before she was conceived. She was born early and small. Her breath was warm and her skin was so soft. Her heartbeat was fierce. She was ahead with some things and took her time with others. Her laugh, infectious. She has a deep love for life both fuzzy and green. She likes to snuggle and read. A social butterfly, always introducing herself. She never met a stranger. As time went on, she began loosing her voice. Her world became smaller. She became afraid. She lost abilities and needed help more and more. Mom and Dad stepped up and took charge. Then, someone took notice. Tests were run, questions asked, notes taken. Mom and Dad given information needed to make break-thrus. Educators told the best ways to reach her. She was given coping skills. She still struggles but she fights. She knows that her life is going to be challenging but nothing she can't handle with family by her side. She is amazing. She faces fears with support gently nudging from behind. Nights sometimes still filled with terrors but Daisy is there to growl away the monsters. You would never know now that she began her life so small. She is so brave and determined. Her fire burns bright and warms the hearts of all those she meets. She is destined for great things.

Maria D.
Dallas, TX