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Miracle Monday: Amelia

Happy #MiracleMonday!

Let’s get this week started by meeting Amelia. She was diagnosed with a ganglioneuroblastoma and has Celiac Disease. Amelia is 7 years old and is a great big sister to Lilly, who is 2 years old. Read below for more fun facts about Amelia!

  1. What is your favorite color? Purple
  2. What is your favorite food? I have celiac disease, so gluten free donuts
  3. What is your favorite movie? Secret Life of Pets 2
  4. What is your favorite Disney princess/ super hero/ athlete? Ariel
  5. What is your favorite holiday? Halloween
  6. Where is your favorite place to be/travel to? Sanibel Island
  7. What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Playing on my iPad
  8. What is your favorite game to play? Minecraft
  9. What are three words to describe you? Funny, sweet, and huggable
  10. What is something you want people to know about your experience/ diagnosis/ condition? I was really scared when I found out I had a tumor, but after my surgery I feel way better. Dr. Pimpalwar and everyone at Women’s and Children’s took really good care of me!

Thanks for letting us get to know you Amelia!

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