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Chapter Two
DEVASTATING BLINDNESS REVELATION:
DEVASTATING BLINDNESS REVELATION:
A Loss of Normal Lifestyle
Ophthalmologist, Dr. Marsha Onan, intensely, quietly, peered into
Harley's eyes for a long time before lowering her retinoscope. She
turned slowly, looked directly at Beth and Kevin, then simply, quietly
stated, “Well, he doesn't need glasses—but there's something there
that looks white when it should look pink.”
So began the first heart-rending diagnosis initiating Harley's tragic,
survival struggle which he would impressively, defiantly battle with
inspiring courage. Within the course of this struggle, Harley would
create his own unforgettable, motivating, passionate legend.
The next week, Harley had his first MRI—right after his fifth
birthday—and it revealed a tumor on his optic nerve. Harley was
diagnosed with optic glioma. Harley's parents felt “lucky” when they
