February 7th 2024.
Myah Hauxwell was a brave nine-year-old girl who was born with a rare condition known as severe microphthalmia, also referred to as small eye syndrome. This condition caused her eye to not fully develop during her mother's pregnancy. Myah's life was not easy, as she had to endure multiple surgeries and wear prosthetic eyes to maintain the shape of her eye socket.
Despite all the challenges she faced, Myah's biggest obstacle was the cruel comments she received from bullies. They would call her names and even threaten to break her glasses. These hurtful words made Myah feel self-conscious and she refused to leave her house. It was a heartbreaking situation for her family, especially her mother Lauren, who saw her daughter's confidence diminish.
But Myah's life took a positive turn when she discovered the inspiring stories of England's Lionesses, particularly her role models Jill Scott and Mary Earps. With their example of strength and resilience, Myah found the courage to stand up to her bullies. She decided to raise £15,000 to travel to the United States for a revolutionary bionic eye.
The family, who resided in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, embarked on a six-day journey to Los Angeles where they met with Dr. John Stople, a renowned expert in prosthetics. Myah was fitted with three new eyes, including a bionic one with a digital iris and dilating pupil. She also received a backup eye and a fun eye, which added a touch of playfulness to her new look.
For Myah, getting a new eye meant more than just improving her vision. It was a symbol of her strength and determination to overcome the bullies who once made her feel ashamed of her appearance. Her mother Lauren shared that Myah now has a newfound confidence and wants to use her experience to inspire others with disabilities. She dreams of becoming a model and an advocate, spreading the message that it is perfectly okay to be different.
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