Speech Therapy
Despite being able to communicate well enough to function, Christy is asked to take additional speech therapy.
Christy's Left Foot
Typically, painters paint with their hands. However, Christy paints with his left foot - the only appendage in his body that is totally controllable.
Christy writing his autobiography with his left foot
Christy wrote his full-sized autobiography with his left foot, an even trickier and more unexpected talent than painting with his left foot.
Christy's Mother
Despite having quite a few medical problems with several children, Christy's mother continued to have children despite the risks to herself and to her children.
Christy's Ailment
Despite having a significant disability, Christy's attitude remained relatively positive.