I would like to introduce you to my niece Callie. She is a special child who brings so much joy to anyone who meets her. Callie is five years old and looking mighty happy and healthy in this picture; but when she was born she only weighed 1lb 4.3 ounces.

She is a real tough little girl who spent nearly nine months in the hospital before she could go home. Since that time Callie has brought her bright beautiful energy out into the world, and has shown us that with all the courage and love that envelopes her, she is built for life!

This picture was taken in New York at the Ronald McDonald house, it was Halloween and she was dressed up as a fairy. You know, this little girl was going through a lot of specialized therapy for many weeks during her stay in New York, but if she was worn out that smile didn’t show it.

I’m proud of Callie. I’m proud of her parents, they are tireless in their efforts to make a good life for Callie and she could not be loved more. I am amazed by the contributions people and organizations have made; people who have touched this life through nursing, therapy, equipment and care. My sister works 24/7 to care for Callie, her husband works so hard as a provider and father, but still it takes a village to raise this beautiful child.

I had begun my day with the intent to write this post and in the midst of it was informed that Callie has been admitted to emergency with seizures and pneumonia. At this time, they are running various tests and she may be there a few days. I asked that you keep her in your thoughts and help this fairy fly free so she can take her little wand out and continue to touch many more people with her joy-filled spirit.

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