Jennifer is a happy nine-year-old girl living in Hanover Park with her parents and younger brother Carlos. Her favorite colors are red and yellow, and she especially likes eating pasta and pizza. Jennifer loves toys that make noise, and also enjoys watching Barney and Mickey Mouse cartoons! However Jennifer’s absolute favorite thing to do is swim.
In December of 1996, Jennifer was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. Cerebral Palsy usually stems from a complication at birth or in the months right after birth, where there is significant brain damage leading to possible speech difficulties and limited motor skills or other problems. Jennifer also suffers from Epilepsy, which is an illness of the brain that results in unprovoked seizures. Despite these hardships, Jennifer remains positive and upbeat, and is never forgets to smile.
Since Jennifer loves to swim, it is no surprise that she wished to go to Hawaii and swim with the dolphins. In March 2004, Jennifer’s wish came true! Her and her family were whisked away to the tropical Waikiki Beach for some fun in the sun! Jennifer got to see the dolphins at Dolphin Quest, and was able to touch and also swim with them! Jennifer was overjoyed and her parents said it was a once in a lifetime experience. The Family also got to go on a Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise, visit the Sea Life Park, and even attend a traditional Luau at Paradise Cove! Jennifer and her family had a tropical vacation they will surely never forget, and memories that will last a lifetime!
