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I have mentioned Gwendolyn Strong in our blog before. She was also born in October 2007, but unlike the twins she was not a micropreemie and did not spend months in the NICU. Gwendolyn was a full term, healthy baby. Not until she was 9 weeks old did they realize something was wrong, then at 6 months Gwendolyn was diagnosed with SMA. A horrible genetic disease that is fatal. Most children with SMA don’t live to see their 2nd birthday, so it goes with out saying that Gwendolyn is extra special. Tadd and I have seen this family at therapy, around town and at Snow Day at the Zoo. Time and time again we comment on how they carry themselves with such strength and poise. They are upbeat and friendly. I have had people tell us they don’t know how we survived the NICU, twins, etc. but I couldn’t imagine a diagnosis such as SMA. You rise up and face challenges the best way you know how, yet I am floored at how they manage. I’m sure they have their bad days but they are truly an amazing family.

Im posting today because The Gwendolyn Strong Foundation is in the running to receive a million dollars from Chase Giving. What they need is help. Please take a moment and vote for this foundation through Facebook.