Julissa :: Congenital Heart Defect

Julissa is an energetic 8 year that’s so full of life and dances to the beat of her own drum! She was born with Tetralogy of Fallot and has had two open heart surgeries. Her first open heart was at 8 weeks old and her second surgery was a week before her fourth birthday. Julissa has never let her medical issues hold her back! She was in Ballet, Folklorico and just recently took on soccer. She is the true definition of a warrior because every day she chooses to fight.

Julissa is winning the battle against CHD with every heartbeat and with every day choosing to smile and every day choosing to love. Her love for her pets and all of the people in her life is truly immeasurable. Her smile will brighten any ones day and she radiates an energy that is good for our soul. She is daddy’s little princess and mommy’s brave warrior!