Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Helping Addison

A Prayer Child Foundation Story

Addison Puma - 4 Years Old

Little Addison’s life has been a fight from the start. When she was born, she weighed less than two pounds and her father’s wedding ring could be placed around her wrist like a bracelet. As Addison began growing, her parents noticed one of her eyes beginning to cross. After a corrective surgery, her eye continued to cross and a second surgery was performed. In time, Addison’s eye began to cross again. This time she was sent for an MRI and her parent’s worst nightmare became a reality. Their little girl was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor.

After extensive research, Addison’s family decided to take her to St. Jude’s Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee to undergo a seven-week experimental chemotherapy treatment. Addison is back to her cheerful self for now, but her doctors anticipate that her tumor will grow back. Addison’s family is prepared to make as many trips back to Tennessee (from Michigan) for treatment as needed to fight for Addison's life.
A $700 gift was given to Addison’s family on behalf of the Prayer Child Foundation. With this money, their family was able to help cover the expenses associated with Addison’s chemotherapy.
You can help children like Addison by sharing the hope the Prayer Child Foundation can bring. We invite you to visit www.prayerchild.org to learn how you can donate or get involved. Together, we are making a difference!

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