Thursday, March 28, 2024

Shawn Sealy is living his life

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Shawn Sealy is very comfortable in his own skin.
Blinded by the disease neurofibromatosis, also known as NF, Shawn has had to endure years of taunts, stares and scorns because of the massive tumours which have grown on his face, totally disfiguring his features.
But he has refused to let this negativity or the loss of his vision prevent him from living his life.
Most days Shawn can be seen walking around his Skeete’s Bay, St Philip neighbourhood or catching the bus to go by his friends in St Thomas.
People are usually amazed at how independent he is despite his disability. (MB)
Full story in tomorrow’s SUNDAY SUN

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