Collin Gilroy

What makes Colin Xtraordinary to you?

Despite his Fragile X diagnosis and his other health issues, I have never met a happier person. He has a belly laugh that is impossible not to join in on. He has come so far in his almost 14 years, that I am still amazed by him every day. He has a very limited vocabulary, but he is such a smart dude. Just watching him think is fascinating! He doesn’t let Fragile X or his brain atrophy stop him or slow him down, he turns his disabilities into his super-abilities, and I’m just in awe. The world instantly became a better place the day he was born, and it’s just gotten better since…♥️

Special Facts

Favorite food: Tyson Fun Nuggets, Favorite Show: The Facts of Life (he loves 80’s sitcoms!), Favorite word;No (even when he means yes)

How has the NFXF helped you and/or your family?

It’s given me a place to search, a place to get information, a place to help guide me in this journey.