Courtney Laubach

What makes Courtney Xtraordinary to you?

Courtney has one of the kindest souls, unlimited compassion, and always eager to help others when she can. Helping others gives her feelings of happiness and pride. Having others feel proud of her and of her accomplishments, whether they are through acts of kindness or from a drawing she did at her day program, is something that is very important to Courtney.On a daily basis she is persistent in trying to overcome her challenges and become as independent and self sufficient as possible. Of course she has days when she is not as willing to do what needs to be done but, who doesn’t.Knowing how hard life can be for Courtney, my heart often breaks for her because I cannot change the things that make life more difficult for her. Yet, I am always amazed at how she is constantly growing and maturing into the beautiful person who makes my heart melt with pride and admiration. Every time I see her happiness through her infectious smile, I know she is not letting the challenges stand in the way of who she is and of who she is to become!—Karen McCarty