Overcoming the Odds
Special Report
GROWING UP in Ontario, Canada, Priscilla Gagné had to fight for what she wanted. She loved to run and play like the other kids, but being vision impaired hindered her. In gym class, her activities were restricted. While playing tag, a game of running until you're tagged by another player, well-meaning adults cautioned Priscilla to be careful or slow down. "Ah! Forget about it," she'd say bravely. "Let me just run!"