Graham Roderique Olsen
Community Hero 2005
Graham, Taylor’s twin brother, shares his sister’s disease. And he also shares her love for music. You’re sure to see his eyes light up whenever he hears “Row, Row, Row Your Boat.” He likes hot dogs, ice cream and playing outside. Before he was diagnosed with MLD, Graham (otherwise known as “Bubba”) liked nothing better than spending what seemed like endless hours swinging at balls in the yard.
Graham’s unfailing courage, strong will and kind heart amaze his parents on a daily basis. “When Graham was struggling to walk, he would fall over often, but never complain. He’d get right back up and try again and again. He’s a fighter,” says his mother Kirsten. His incredible smile never ceases to charm the doctors and nurses, who quickly comment on what a happy little boy he is. Like his sister, Graham has shown his parents how important it is not to take life for granted and enjoy every day.
