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Praise for Jillian’s Story

“Bravo! This is a great story that needs to be spread widely. For too many children, the first part of Jillian’s story is the only story that’s ever told, and these children end up achieving far less than they could in life, believing that they are not worthy of more. Jillian’s parents searched for help and found an answer to their prayers. Jillian benefited from the behavioral vision care given to her by Dr. Jim Horning and therapist Lindsey Hebert, and her life began to move in all the right directions. As a direct benefit of her parents’ steadfast dedication and the skills she learned in vision therapy, Jillian can achieve whatever she wants in life.”

—Paul Harris, OD, FCOVD, FACBO, FAAO Southern School of Optometry Memphis, TN

“Inspiring and beautifully told. Jillian’s Story is a testament to one mother’s determination to help her child. When the standard medical treatment for amblyopia (lazy eye) failed to cure her child’s visual deficits, Robin Benoit found optometric vision therapy, which rehabilitated her daughter’s vision and transformed her daughter’s life.”

—Susan R. Barry, PhD Professor of biology and neuroscience, Mount Holyoke College and author of Fixing My Gaze: A Scientist’s Journey into Seeing in Three Dimensions South Hadley, MA

“I loved, loved, loved this book! When parents are faced with this diagnosis for their children, it will be a comfort to be able to relate to a family that has been through it before. The very next day after reading Jillian’s Story, I evaluated a little girl who had amblyopia. She will pretty much walk in Jillian’s footsteps and I’m thrilled to be able to share Jillian’s journey with her family.”

—Emily Bussey, OD Optometrist Bartlesville, OK

“Robin has written a fascinating book that should be required reading for any parent who is struggling with the challenges of a child who is a victim of a medical system that is sometimes blind. Read it and be inspired that there is always hope!”

—Todd Huston Amputee, world-record mountain climber, and author of More than Mountains Tulsa, OK

“Robin Benoit’s book encapsulates the journey her family went through to find answers and ultimately overcome Jillian’s vision problems. This heartfelt story is an inspiration to anyone who has faced a challenge and is a great example of why no one should ever stop looking for solutions to whatever problems they face. Jillian’s Story is a reminder to us all that sometimes we have to be brave, look outside the box for solutions, and never take no for an answer.”

—Allison Maslan, HHP, CCH Best-selling author of Blast Off! The Surefire Success Plan to Launch Your Dreams into Reality San Diego, CA

“The door swung open that first day of school, and in walked a beaming young lady eager to begin her career as a fourth grader. Although we had never met, Jillian’s sincerity and confident greeting let me know—this kid is something spectacular!”

—Katherine Ciriello Clark, 4th Grade Teacher, PVPV/Rawlings Elementary School Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

“Jillian’s Story is told with skill and passion by a tenacious mom who would not quit her search to help her young daughter overcome a tough challenge. After reading the book, I can’t help but worry that there are other kids, much like Jillian, who may never get the help they need. I expect that Jillian’s Story will bring relief and joy to many parents struggling to help their own kids with challenges similar to Jillian’s.”

—Bert Williams Editorial Director, Christian Record Services for the Blind Lincoln, NE

“Robin Benoit writes about the most powerful emotion in the world—love. Love of family, love of God, and an unwavering belief that, like the tiniest mustard seed, no one is too young or too small to overcome the largest of obstacles. Jillian’s Story is a testament to the perseverance of one devoted family that believed in miracles.”

—Don Gaddo Author Gainesville, FL

“A beautifully written, thought-provoking book about a delightful, brave young girl who had to overcome a serious medical problem. The tender care and support of her parents, the vision therapy directed by her doctor, and Jillian’s positive strength and willpower to get better are truly inspirational. This is a must-read.”

—G.T. Harrell Writer and author Jacksonville, FL

“Jillian’s Story not only provides answers to parents but also shows the determination and perseverance needed to maintain hope. Through their dedication, Jillian’s parents prove that knowledge and answers are out there if people have the endurance to find them—a true and beautiful message of faith, hope, and love.”

—Carol Dean Schreiner Author of Laugh for the Health of It! Norman, OK

“I had heard a little bit of Jillian’s story over the years from her grandmother June, but it wasn’t until June showed me a few pages of Robin’s book that I began to understand the full impact of Jillian’s ordeal and how lucky she was to have a mother who would not give up until she found answers. Robin tells a story as only a mother can. You feel you are right there with Robin as her eyes, as well as Jillian’s, are opened. After reading Jillian’s Story, it is impossible not to think of the many children out there with vision problems who are being treated for behavioral or learning issues that they simply don’t have. Having worked with educators and child care providers for many years, I believe this book should be required reading for parents and everyone who works with children. It could make a dramatic difference in the life of a child.”

—Margretta Bartlett Norman, OK