
October 2003
edit post Teen Expands Lifestyle After Amputation by Alan Kercher October 1, 2003 In most ways, Shelby Robin, Woodlands, Texas, is an active, typical teenager. The 15-year-old is a member
edit post Teen Expands Lifestyle After Amputation by Alan Kercher October 1, 2003 In most ways, Shelby Robin, Woodlands, Texas, is an active, typical teenager. The 15-year-old is a member
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