Hi! I am Ryleigh Harrison and I want to thank you for visiting my Make A WIsh Foundation Fundraiser!!
I along with my parents created this fundraiser for two main reasons, The first being to raise awareness for children with special needs, and the angels that God gave us as parents that help us succeed everyday. The second and most important is to help those that are not as fortunate as I. I am blessed with a family that shows me new things everyday, takes me places that I can't even imagine, and always strive everyday to make sure every moment of my life is lived to the fullest.
I was diagnosed prior to birth and born (doctors said I would not survive) with Hydrocephalus, through complications with that I was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, Eplilepsy, had a couple orthopedic surgeries, and now I am constantly battling Crohn's Disease. I have surpassed hundreds of milestones with life and I thank God, My Family, and the amazing hands of multiple physicians for taking such great care of me.
I am wheelchair bound most of my life, but I get around on my legs when I can. I am slow, and I tire real easy but I never give up and I always keep a positive attitude. My mom and dad take me riding on the jet ski, they made me a float that allows me to enjoy the lake, and I love riding around on the tractor. I am nonverbal, but it will only take a few minutes being around me and I guarantee we can have a conversation you will remember every word to.
This fundraiser is not for my benefit, nor my families. I am doing this fundraiser to hopefully bring a little joy to one or all of my special needs friends here in North Texas. I see everyday how hard it is on a family to provide for someone that is special like me, and I want to be able to provide some relief to someone if they need it.
I cant wait to see you at the 5K/Kickball Tournament, I will be there rolling right beside you (try and keep up) with my mom and dad pushing me like they do everyday to be stronger! Bring your pup, cat, squirrel, or anything on a leash if you want, I will have my sidekick Waylon with me!!
Thank you for taking the time to hear my story and your assistance will be greatly appreciated. Oh even if you can't donate please come and enjoy the day with us. It's going to be a great day and I hope we can do it every year on my mom and dad's anniversary!
Love,
Ryleigh Harrison (MEOW)