SOUTH AFRICA – Shay Lee is a bright, spirited girl in South Africa who has always struggled to see the world around her. For as long as she can remember, her surroundings have been a blur, making the dream of clean vision seem almost impossible due to a condition that caused problems with her corneas.
Shay Lee’s mother was desperate for Shay Lee’s vision to be healed so she could enjoy the beauty around her and be successful in school, and eventually adulthood. “She is on eyedrops and gels and many different treatments, but nothing has worked,” said Shay Lee’s mother. Even with glasses, Shay Lee still struggled to see. The only thing that would heal her and restore her vision was a cornea transplant. Shay Lee spent five years on the donor list because this type of transplant is so rare in her country.
The Miracle of Cornea Surgery
Then, friends like you came along and helped Shay Lee receive a miracle—corneas sent from the US! Your kindness made this gift possible, giving Shay Lee and her mother renewed hope for healing and the promise of clean vision. You gave this family who already experienced their share of trials a new lease on life.Just two short weeks after surgery, Shay Lee’s world changed. She still wore glasses, but this time it was different.
Shay Lee said, “Mommy, I have never seen so well before. I can see everything close up and far away!” For the first time, Shay Lee was experiencing the joy of clean vision, seeing both close up and far away with clarity she had never known. There are no words to fully express the gratitude sweet Shay Lee and her mother have for the invaluable partners and donors of Operation Blessing, but their hearts and smiles say it all.
Thank you for helping Operation Blessing bring help and hope to those like Shay Lee.
