Family That Shines: McCormick Family
Derek’s little brother Ben was born on a Saturday, and the following Tuesday, they were removing Derek’s eye. We juggled a lot. While our newborn pretty much slept through the night, we would have to give Derek pain meds throughout the night. Derek’s procedure was a day procedure…driving home from Portland to Eugene that same day was the most unforgettable car ride. We drove almost daily to Portland for the first few weeks. Two months after surgery Derek got his first prosthetic. People always ask him, “Is it made of glass?” The answer is no, it is made of the same material as dentures. He has had about five made and outgrows them like shoes every couple of years. Derek translates the cost over time into the cost of a Dodge Charger Hellcat.
Now 12, Derek enjoys Boy Scouts and received his arrow of light award. Derek lives with his mom and dad,
We learned about Candlelighters two years ago. I had not met another mom with a
-told by Derek's mom,Christy VanMatre McCormick
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