This little girl is very dear to our hearts. Her name is Karah.

She was born with Spina Bifida. As her first surgery came at just hours

old. She was rushed to Riley's to close the opening in her lower back

when they also noticed the hydrocephalus (water on her brain) a second

surgery was required to remove the water involving a shunt. The doctors

and nurses were certain Karah would never walk or run like most other

children, but were amazed at the activity and movement of her legs while she recovered from her surgeries.

She has endured several more surgeries since birth, but she continues to be a strong trooper filled with

love and happiness. Karah is now an active 8 year old involved in many sports such as cheerleading and

softball. She has inspired us to give back to both The Ronald McDonald House and Riley's Children's Hospital.

Both places are a second home to her and her family. We are Blessed that Karah had such Wonderful

care from all the doctors, nurses and staff. Please donate to either charity to help other children and

families in need.

The Cheer Guild at Rileys handles all the donations for The Toy Room. The link below will take you to The Wish List for this holiday Season

www.cheerguild.org

 Ronald McDonald house Charities. Below is the link to the Wish List. We will also be collecting pop tabs this year for those of you who may have some. You can send them to us and we will personally deliver right before Christmas. Contact us at Indian Prairie Alpacas.

http://www.rmh-indiana.org/How-You-Can-Help/Ways-to-Donate/Wish-List.aspx