B.J was stricken blind and deaf when I was little. My life would be dark and silent forever, 9 Ann Sullivan. 10 that I wish I were able to see and hear. I wish I could hear birds singing, not just 11 the quiver by placing my hand on the branches. I also 12 rainbows after rain.There are so many things 13，but most people just 14 . Arm Sullivan gave me the courage when 15 the plight of my deficiency. Her 16 made my life meaningful and inspirational tomany people who suffer.
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