Timmy and Linda’s Amazing Bond
Timmy Bannon is an amazing 11-year-old boy who has a closer-than-average bond with his mother. Both Timmy and his mother Linda were born with Holt-Oram syndrome which is a genetic disorder causing arm abnormalities as well as heart problems. In the case of Timmy and Linda, they were both born without arms. Because Linda was always treated as any normal kid by her parents, she treats her son the same way. The mother-son duo both use their feet as good as anyone can use their hands. Linda has thrived in life, earning her elementary education degree before marrying her husband Richard and having Timmy. Linda has no doubts that her son will be able to achieve the same successes. Timmy has already become super active and is even participating in swimming.
Matt’s Inspiring Perseverance
In 2012, Matt Woodrum went viral after a video captured part of his amazing story. Matt has spastic cerebral palsy which makes it difficult for him to move around like other kids. In spite of this, Matt has always maintained a determination to participate, even running races while in school. During one race in which Matt was particularly struggling, the rest of his classmates joined in and ran with him to finish his final lap. This moment was captured on video and it immediately went viral with the message of kindness and compassion for one another. Matt said of the moment, “I knew I would finish it, but there were a couple of parts of the race where I really felt like giving up.”
Introducing Ellen’s Only Boyfriend: Tayt
Tayt Andersen is a fifth-grader who has faced health problems since birth. He was born with a congenital heart defect and more specifically without a left ventricle which is what pumps blood to the lungs. He has endured multiple surgeries but has been able to still be the same amazing kid throughout his struggles. He also happens to be a huge Ellen DeGeneres fan since he was a small child. He has appeared numerous times on her show and Ellen even refers to him as her “only boyfriend.” Tayt has since used his newfound notoriety for good. After finally receiving a heart transplant, he and his mom have now become advocates for pediatric organ donations. Tayt’s mom said, “If my son becomes the face of pediatric organ donations, I know I will have accomplished so much.”
José André Montaño: A Prodigy For The Ages
José André Montaño is a 13-year-old jazz pianist and composer. José was born blind and also has cerebral palsy. However, despite his disabilities, he has become internationally known. The young piano prodigy is also incredibly intelligent and speaks three languages. He is particularly gifted in jazz, which can often be full of complicated arrangements, yet veteran musicians hail his speed and accuracy. José has played at prestigious venues like Millennium Stage and Washington D.C. Kennedy Center. During one of his concerts, he stopped to say over his piano playing, “I have a message for the children: life is a gift.” What an amazing reminder to live life to the fullest.
Braylon’s Fight For Others
Nine-year-old Braylon Beam is a pediatric brain cancer patient. Braylon captured the hearts of people around the world after his parents would post videos of him dancing during his chemotherapy treatments. Another of America’s favorite dancer’s, Ellen DeGeneres, happened to see his videos and he even got to appear on the show. He also is a huge Carolina Panthers fan and was even able to become coach of the team for a day. He still currently has brain cancer but it is considered “stable” meaning it isn’t getting any worse and that he can also have breaks from chemotherapy. Braylon and his parents have since started a foundation. Braylon’s goal is for, “all children who are battling a form of pediatric cancer to know we are here to help in any way possible to make their life better.”
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