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HOUSE

RESOLUTION No. ___



Introduced by: Grubb


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        A RESOLUTION honoring Taylor Amie McLeod.
    

    Whereas, Taylor Amie McLeod appeared to be a happy, healthy toddler, but at the age of 3, Taylor was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, a chronic disease affecting the lungs and digestive systems of about 30,000 children and adults in the United States;

    Whereas, Taylor's condition worsened quickly, and she was transported to St. Louis Children's Hospital to await a double lung transplant;

    Whereas, Taylor's surgery was a success, but the road to recovery was not an easy one;


    Whereas, Taylor battled cell rejection and suffered a stroke that paralyzed her left side;

    Whereas, Throughout all these difficulties, Taylor remained strong and steadfast in her determination to make a complete recovery;

    Whereas, On May 30, 2007, Taylor returned home to Indianapolis; and on August 9, she started high school and began her life as a "normal teen"; and

    Whereas, Taylor Amie McLeod is strong beyond her years; she has endured more in her short life than most people ever will, and she has come through it all with grace and courage: Therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the

General Assembly of the State of Indiana:


    SECTION 1. That the Indiana House of Representatives commends Taylor Amie McLeod on her courage, fortitude, and strength throughout her ordeal and wishes her continued health and happiness.
    SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a copy of this resolution to Taylor Amie McLeod and her family.


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HR 1518/DI 84

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