North Carolina Dolls
Title: "Amelia" My name is Amelia and I am HIV+. When I was first diagnosed I thought my life was over and I gave up doing everything I love. After several years of educating myself and through the support and love of my friends, I was able to turn my attitude around. Now I have learned how to peacefully co-exist with the virus and that I am in charge of my life. Once again I am doing the things that I love which includes flying airplanes. I had to fight the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to allow me to keep my license while taking anti-HIV drugs but it was worth it for me and I was able to help others who were also faced with being grounded. I have a beautiful daughter (the pink princess) and we enjoy each day we are together. I encourage anyone who is HIV+ to take charge of things and work at maintaining good health. Having joy in your life will keep you alive! C. D. is a mother, daughter and sister. |
Name: W.D. Title: "Silkie" My name is Silkie. I was created and named by a six-year-old named Whitney. She loves beautiful things. She designed my dress to look like I am an angel who can fly. She sewed it herself since she learned to sew in school which has a handwork program. She does not know anything about being HIV+ or having AIDS so her life is still very carefree and happy like a child's life should be. She is very healthy and a blessing from God to be around. W.D. is a little girl who was born with HIV infection. She lives with her mom in North Carolina. |
Name: C.D.