MadToe-Footloose on the Net


	MadToe-Footloose on the Net

ljsdesign

9-21-2009 1:27 PM

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people, cerebral palsy, disabilities

ljsdesign says:

Never underestimate people with disabilities.
I have "talked" with Leigh Anne a few times. She is a real go getter and last year fulfilled her dream to go sky diving.
( Better her than me, I'm to chicken

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9-21-2009 5:18 PM

aklimento

Brave girl. And so inspiring. How we dare to whine sometimes?

9-21-2009 8:11 PM

debbyski

Wonderful clip Momma.

9-21-2009 8:46 PM

ljsdesign

Thanks Debby

9-21-2009 8:58 PM

debbyski

Ure welcome

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