Girl whose rare genetic condition makes sunlight dangerous now has a life beyond the shadows
Sunday, September 14, 2008
BLODGETT, Mo. -- Kim and Eric Beardslee weathered their daughter Graycen's preschool years living in shadows. Windows to their home were tinted. Lathering on special sunscreen became a morning routine for her like brushing teeth. Pulling on a protective hood and gloves to go outside was like putting on shoes.
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