These Empowering Photos Prove Beauty Isn't One Size Fits All

Her story: "Eight years ago, I stood up, fell down and never walked again: a rare connective tissue disease wrapped around my spinal cord. After two brain surgeries, a rare heart condition and seizures, God instilled in me a fighting spirit. Through Canine Companions for Independence, I met my husband who also has a service dog. My husband Frank and I, along with our two dogs will be celebrating our first anniversary in October! I’ve learned that my diagnosis or medical condition shouldn’t define you: I define me!"