Who Is Inspired By Maggie Doyne

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• I was very inspired by Maggie Doyne. She has such a full heart and desire to help the children of Nepal. She gave everything she had heart, soul, and money for these children. She has also put her teeth on the line by having a local man remove an infected tooth using a chisel and pliers with no pain killers! (Kristoff 2010) The joy her sacrifice brings her is awe

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