Is there anything sweeter than genuine childhood friendships?

Their tender interaction will melt your heart.

Both of her parents have brown eyes, but she was born with blue.

Ruby and Abbie

Mindy Hoffman, Ruby’s mom, knows all of this.

Right now, leukodystrophy is incurable and eventually fatal.

Having such a debilitating disease hasn’t stopped the Hoffmans from living life to the fullest, though.

Having her in our lives is a blessing,saysHoffman.

She’s so happy.

She’s brought out the best in me.

She’s a joy in our lives.

To learn more about leukodystrophy, visitThe Calliope Joy Foundation.

Ruby Hoffman is a rare Ruby with leukodystrophya rare progressive disease.