Most people know how close I hold the Neurofibromatosis / Children's Tumor Foundation to my heart. Many of you don't know the reasons why I do...just that NF1 has affected my family. Well....I am that person that is affected by it. While I have a "mild" case which is why many people don't even think about it; it still has had a major impact on my life. I've had surgeries (a few on my eye(s) alone). Most recently I had a Plexiform removed from in between my scalp and skull. Growing up I became accustomed to teasing (due to my eye and speech impairment) and I struggled in school; but I did not let this deter me; I continued on to college and graduated with a BS in Business Management, received my paralegal certificate and the switched gears and received a certificate in Medical Billing. Current.ly I am preparing to take my exam to receive a license/certification in Medical Coding.
My dream is one day there will be a more treatment and/or a cure. Please join me on May 4 and help me have this dream come true; if you can't join my team (LeighAnne Strong) you can make a donation; no amount is too small.