Seven-year-old Andrew Starr II always dreamed of becoming a Marine, just like his father, a retired Marine colonel. Sadly, this dream seemed out of reach, as when he was just nine months old, Andrew was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis type 1, a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow along nerves in the skin and brain. But on Monday, the unlikely dream became a reality at Starrs home in Springfield, Va., Andrew received the title of Honorary Marine from Maj. Gen. Frederick Padilla, who endorsed Andrews honorary package because of the boys attitude and selfless focus. In doing so, Andrew becomes one of less than 100 people to receive the title since its inception in 1992. “I’m just so happy,” Andrew said. “I’m a Marine like my dad.” #EndNF
Posted on: Tue, 01 Jul 2014 19:51:25 +0000
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