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It was Christmastime 13 years ago when Ella-Ray first captured hearts on the Semiahmoo Peninsula and beyond. A photo of Ella-Ray, who was born with a rare skin condition, in her dad Craig香蕉视频直播檚 arms at a community event set off a chain of goodwill that has continued to this day; from fundraisers and gifts of baby formula to princess parties and more.
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Now in Grade 8 at Semiahmoo Secondary, she was first introduced to Peace Arch News readers when she was 16 months old, after a former classmate of her dad香蕉视频直播檚 decided to organize a fundraiser to help the family.
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Her dad said the added comfort will be especially appreciated when the next round of surgeries begins, as Ella-Ray will be spending a lot more time at home again.
Lewis said he reached out to Peace Arch News this month because this is the same time of year that Ella-Ray香蕉视频直播檚 story began, and he wanted to share how far she has come, as well as the details of her wish finally coming true.
He also wanted to thank the community again for helping his family weather the journey.
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