Handmade doll: Sharday
Part of the Stitches collection.ST-NYZ-DE-0208
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Sharday

Deb ClarkNew York, NY

The story

I wish we had a better day, we are at war today and I hope not tomorrow. I have HIV, diabetes, plus cellulitis and abscesses – but the abscesses are clearing. Today I started going to therapy so that soon I will be able to walk out of here. It feels great to be getting better. I have been in here for 3 years. I am ready to start walking. I take on day at a time.

About this doll
Represents
HIV/AIDS
Heritage
African American
Birth date
June 4, 1948
Diagnosis
Unknown

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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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