Mary and Brad Kish’s daughter, Michelle, was born with Hallermann-Streiff syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. Diagnosed after birth, she has 26 of the 28 symptoms, including dwarfism, hearing and vision issues, and requires ongoing medical support,
Despite these challenges, Michelle grew up to be a happy and smart 20-year-old, radiating joy and never letting her condition define her. She aspires to have a boyfriend and looks up to her older sister.