Story: Her Left Foot

Lupita Tapia is just like any other 11-year-old girl... except that she writes with her feet.

When she was barely 6 months old, doctors told her mother that Lupita had cerebral palsy, a chronic disorder that affects the parts of the brain that control muscle movement.

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Audio Slide Show: Lupita's Therapist Discusses Her 'Curious' Student

Sharon Hendrickson-Pfiel has been working with Lupita and her family for four years. She sat down with Border Beat to talk about Lupita and the progress she is making.

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Video: Working Toward a Full Life

Watch the video to learn more about Lupita, her disorder and the people who are working to help her live a fuller life.

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