Lady Shirley

Shirley (CML)Ypsilanti, Michigan.

The story

Living with HIV isn't always bad. If I listen to my doctor and take my treatments faithfully I can recover.

About this doll

Represents: HIV/AIDS
Heritage: Italian Woman
Birth date: March 7, 1979
Diagnosis: 2006
Exhibited at: University of Michigan 2011

Behind the collection

Stitches

These dolls, created by women with HIV/AIDS, show that the disease is one with multiple layers that each woman must peel away in order to live a positive life.

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Exhibited at

University of Michigan 2011

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