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by MargieInTheMorning from STL, MO

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Annie's Story
Jul 26, 2007 | 3:45 PM
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As reporters we do thousands of stories, of those you probably learn something from all of them, then there are those that truly touch you.   Thursday night on FOX 2 News at Nine I hope you can find the time to watch a story of a baby who even before birth was not expected to live.   Annie's journey is one filled with defying the odds, a little girl's unbelievable determination and one that I promise will inspire you.  She touched my life for the first time back in 1999 when she was born.   I will also be talking about Annie on FOX 2 News in the Morning on Friday in our 8am hour.   If you have a chance I hope you can tune in and will feel as inspired as I have been watching this amazing young girl through the years.  Once you've seen the story I would love to hear your comments.

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mr_wildflower read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 5:31 PM

Margie Ill be out playing ball tonight but Ill try to catch it in the morn..... Kids are my weakness and I am their best friend... The fact that you have extra love for kids makes you a special person.....
michelle4wellness read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 5:39 PM

I can't wait to see it Margie. And by the way, I am really glad we got to talk at the Blog party at Bread Co. You are even prettier in person than on TV. You seem equally so on the inside too, where it counts the most. Looking forward to your story tomorrow....
madbear read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 7:34 PM

HI!!Kids are my big soft spot too,as well as moms!My biggest motivation as a weightlifter as a matter of fact is to finally give these kids a REAL role model&hero to look up to!Because we all heard the awful stories behind 99.99999999% of our current "role models".Areva Derci[Italian for:Bye!]!
asmerelda read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 7:43 PM

Hey Margie a friend of my brother who played in Fairchild as a matter of fact her name is Connie Fairchild had a baby boy who was suppose to die at birth. He lived for 5 years and was born with no eyes and no offense but channel 5 aired her story about 17 years ago. He isn't alive anymore but it was very sad. He went through a number of surgerys to give him eyes but never worked. I can't remember what it was called that he was born with but what life he had was the best.
rosie read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 9:16 PM

i'll be watching.... and if ya ever do a story on downsyndrome, i personally know a lil guy who would steal your heart
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Cuteypops read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 9:39 PM

What a beautiful story Margie. I have tears streaming down my face. Annie was a true fighter and refused to give up. God decided it was time for her to come home, but during her time here she touched many lives. Very touching.
rosie read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 9:39 PM

oh no margie, still crying... God love her, and i'm sure shes still smiling, so sad to think, we have one live to live, and she got that one, bless her heart.
DaveMurray read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 9:40 PM

Wow Margie,

What a great story...thanks for bringing it to us...great job.

Dave
rosie read my blog view my photos
Jul 26, 2007 | 9:41 PM

ooops, to many tears to prof read, sould be one life to live, sorry
Speedy62269 read my blog
Jul 26, 2007 | 11:08 PM

Margie - a very touching story. Excellent job. Thanks.
weatherman222 read my blog view my photos
Jul 27, 2007 | 12:27 AM

Just an amazing story Margie! Really good job! Wow!
valentine64214 read my blog view my photos
Jul 27, 2007 | 12:43 AM

Thank you for sharing such a touching story!
lilmomma28 read my blog view my photos
Jul 27, 2007 | 7:50 AM

Margie, I just watched the video and admit I cried! That was a beautiful story Great job! There truly are miracles in this world. Annie was put here for a very special reason. Her parents were very touching as well. Thank you for sharing that story. It was definitely worth being told.
Venable read my blog view my photos
Jul 27, 2007 | 8:09 AM

What a strong little girl and wonderful parents. My wife and I watched this story together this morning and both lost it when we heard she lost her hearing and had a cochlear inplant and learned sign language. Our daughter had her cochlear inplant when she was three and also signs. What a strong little girl those parents were blessed with and what angels she was blessed with in her life. This was such a sad, but uplifting story. I want to thank you and her parents for sharing Annie with all of us.

Dave
mr_wildflower read my blog view my photos
Jul 27, 2007 | 8:20 AM

Good story Margie..... I would have rather seen a happy ending.... But it's a story that Ill carry in my head for a while..... Hopefully the parents will find peace as the child has....
Diney1216
Jul 27, 2007 | 9:05 AM

Hello Margie I am Happy to see you do the story about little Annie's CDH. My Daughter Dakota Mae was diagnosed at 20 weeks gestation with Left side Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. She had passed away at 33 weeks gestation on May 8, 2006. Dakota was born the next Day at 11:39 am at 3 lbs 13 oz and 18" long. I Miss Her So Much. I wish there was more exposure on this Birth defect known as "CDH" Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. My support group called Cherubs has help me get through a lot. It is just for families with "CDH" Children. I have met alot of wonderful women on this support group. My Heart just broke when I seen this on TV this morning about Precious Annie. I am pregnant now hoping that may baby will not have the same out come. My prayers are with Annie's family. I hope you are doing well too with your pregnancy.
jana read my blog view my photos
Jul 27, 2007 | 9:45 AM

Margie I saw the story this morning, and I have to say I sat here and cried. You did a wonderful job! Thank you so much for sharing such a touching story with all of us.

Peace, Jana<3
harp read my blog view my photos
Jul 27, 2007 | 10:32 AM

I saw that lastnightstayed up for it,I been close to death few times,but nothing like she been through I don't think...I use to get very high feavers and been in 2 comas,to this day no doctor knows why...I now have just Lupus and something called C4 Defincy it a imune system thing??? I still get sick but nothing like I use too...
MargieInTheMorning read my blog
Jul 27, 2007 | 10:55 AM

Thank you all for your kind words about Annie and her amazing parents. I also wanted to personally thank our special projects producer Tracie McKinney, who spent countless hours and who poured her heart into this story and allowed me to once again tell Annie's unbelievable story. A big shout out to news editor Greg Gibson who took his time to bring Annie's story to life. I hope you all take time to hug your child today and realize what a true blessing they are.
AngelaHutti read my blog view my photos
Jul 27, 2007 | 11:17 AM

A very touching story Margie. Thanks to you, Tracie, and Greg for all your work to bring it to everyone!
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MargieInTheMorning

I anchor Fox 2 News in the Morning and yes, I actually do enjoy mornings! I've always gotten up early and find getting off to a great start in the morning is refreshing. After Fox 2, my life quickly turns to my family. My 4 year old son, 2 year old daughter, & newborn baby boy keep me busy running everywhere! I know all you Mom's out there can appreciate that. I have to say, being a Mommy is the greatest job on earth! Did I mention I have the best husband in the world? I'm truly amazed at all he does everyday! Other than family life, my heart is with kids born with the odds against them. I spend a lot of time with charities focusing on children. Thank you for allowing me to "wake-up" with you every morning and I look forward to hearing from you on the blogs. God Bless.

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