long of a recovery Maggie will face after surgery. Judging from her determined spirit, chances are nothing will hold her back for long. As for how the family is coping, Janette said she draws strength from her daughter’s unwavering positive attitude. “We know God has a plan for Maggie and that he is in control and not us,” she said. “We know God knows her character, her strength and her determination and for whatever reason he chose her to walk this path, he will be beside her every step of the way.” Faith clearly plays an important role in Maggie’s life. “I know there is a reason this happened to me and I feel like I am supposed to use this experience to make a difference in the lives of others,” Maggie said. “And I am really excited that the doctor said when I wake up after surgery, I should be about two inches taller!”
Maggie Walker, a seventh-gra der at Riverwatch Middle Sch ool, has been diagnosed with moderate idiopathic scoliosis .
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