Abigail Stallard

DREAM TRIP TO DISNEY WORLD
& GIVE KIDS THE WORLD VILLAGE

Goal: $6,500

This story was lovingly written by Abigail’s mom, and it’s truly special to us to share it exactly as she told it, every word filled with her heart, courage, and love.

Abigail’s Journey: A Story of Courage, Faith, and Unimaginable Strength

When people meet Abigail, they first notice not the medical equipment or the long list of diagnoses; they see a joyful, determined little girl who radiates love. Abigail has a personality that fills a room. She is gentle yet strong, quiet yet expressive, and her smile brightens the day. Despite countless challenges, her spirit remains strong. She loves hugs, music, dolls, and playing with her brother. There’s a sweetness and innocence about her that reminds us daily of the purest kind of strength.

The Diagnosis

My husband and I first learned something was wrong during pregnancy. What started as excitement and dreams for Abigail quickly turned into countless scans, specialist appointments, and hard conversations. Eventually, Abigail was diagnosed with 22q duplication, a rare genetic condition that affects her airway, jaw, feeding, hearing, and development.

Hearing those words for the first time was like having the air taken out of our lungs. Everything stopped. We were scared, confused, and overwhelmed, but we were determined. We prayed, we cried, and then we stood up and got ready to fight for our daughter. Our family changed that day, not in weakness, but in purpose. We became warriors for Abigail.

The Journey So Far

Since the day she was born, Abigail has been a little fighter. She came early, spent months in the NICU, and had a trach placed a month after birth, a feeding tube placed, and more procedures and hospital stays than most adults will ever face. She doesn’t have ear canals and was born without a jawbone on the right side, making breathing and feeding incredibly hard. Every breath she takes is precious.

What makes her journey unique is her resilience. She is medically complex, yes, but she is also full of joy.

The hardest moment has been watching her fight for her life and not knowing what the future would look like. No parent should have to hand their baby over to surgeons wondering if they’ll come back. But the most inspiring moment? Every time she wakes up smiling. Every small milestone she reaches.

There have been glimpses of hope everywhere—God’s fingerprints are all over her story.

Impact on Daily Life

Our world looks different than most. Instead of playgrounds and playdates, our days are filled with medical appointments and therapies.

We’ve missed moments that other families take for granted: family vacations, carefree mornings, “normal” childhood memories. But we’ve gained something, too, a deeper appreciation for life, love, and every single moment.

Our biggest support has been our faith, our family, and a community that has supported us. God has been our anchor, and Abigail has been our reminder of His purpose.

Where Things Stand Now

Today, Abigail is preparing for a major airway reconstruction in Boston, her biggest surgery yet. We are praying that this will be a step toward giving her more independence, freedom, and comfort. We know her journey is far from over, but each day brings progress.

Her dreams? To breathe easier. To eat by mouth. To simply enjoy childhood like any other little girl.

And we believe with all our hearts she will.

What Makes Abigail Extraordinary

Abigail is beautifully unique, not just because of her medical challenges, but because of her heart. She has taught us patience, faith, unconditional love, and how to celebrate victories that this world often overlooks.

If she could speak for herself, I think she would want people to know:

“I am strong. I am loved. And I am more than my diagnosis.”

Why This Campaign Matters

A dream trip would mean more than words can express. It would be a chance to give Abigail something beyond hospital rooms and operating tables, a chance to experience joy, wonder, and childhood magic. It would give our family a moment to breathe, to celebrate her life, and to create precious memories after a journey filled with uncertainty.

We hope others will connect with Abigail’s story not out of sympathy, but out of inspiration. She is proof that miracles exist, that strength comes in tiny packages, and that every child, no matter their challenges, deserves a chance to shine.

Thank you for seeing her. Thank you for walking this road with us. And thank you for believing in Abigail’s journey.