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My Personal Transformation
We live in an era of transformations. Lasik surgery by Eye Surgeons... Read More


wife gives a kidney
my wife gave a kidney to our friend in 2003. she was hot on the boat docks... Read More


Have had eye problems since I was a child
Well lets just start by saying that I was born with a condition that is... Read More


Deputy Sheriff
I am a 38 year old Sheriffs Deputy. I am married to the love of my life... Read More


The best part of this procedure
The best part of this procedure would be to be able to see clearly first... Read More


Ready for 20/20 for 1st Time Since 3rd Grade
My vision first started deteriorating during the third grade. I was no... Read More


Homeschooler, can't afford on my own
My wife stays home and homeschools our 2 girls. I work full time (overtime... Read More


I dream of a life without glasses
I've been wearing glasses for about 35 years now, since I was about 12... Read More


Single Local Hard-Working Electrician
Single Local Hard-Working Electrician – I am a hard working electrician... Read More


Here's hoping!
More often than not, when someone is telling me a story all I can think... Read More


Crooked Ears
PLEASE HELP ME! I am getting married in 10 months and my ears are crooked.... Read More


For my husband:)
My husband has been wanting to get his eyes fixed and we have been unable... Read More


Single mother of 3
I am a single mother of three. I'm recently divorced and would like a new... Read More


sure would be great to be able to see
i really would love to b able to see without squinting i have a real... Read More


Just would like to feel better and see life
Well I don't know where to start. I was reading some of the esays and... Read More


The one gift my husband wishes he could give
I'm a mother of two in my mid thirties. I do daycare out of my home and... Read More


Eye Surgeons Bandito
Please read to the tune of Frito Bandito. Eye eye eye eye, Eye Surgeons... Read More


I am thankful
I sat for awhile trying to imagine how freeing it would be without the... Read More


Mothers gift to son
Hello my name is Karen and I am the mother of four children. I would love... Read More


It would be nice to c again
Well lets see here, i travel 72 miles to work one way, so 104 all... Read More


No more neck pain
I'm 55 years old and have been wearing glasses or contacts since I was in... Read More


Palmer Student
I would love to have lasix because I can no longer wear contact lenses.... Read More


My Irish eyes ain't smiling
My Irish eyes ain't smiling, sure 'tis like a day half blind. I would... Read More


A Contractor's Plea
Terry is a commercial painting/floor/insulating contractor and has been in... Read More


For my son
My son is 22 yrs old and has worn glasses since he was in 4th or 5th grade.... Read More


new sight for a busy dad and husband
I think I deserve the gift of Lasik because I work about 12 to 15 hrs a... Read More


Vote For Me If You Want To Get In To Heaven
I was eight years old when I found out I needed glasses. The first clue... Read More


Happy 50th Birthday John!!
October 10th, 2009 is my husband John's 50th Birthday, and I would love to... Read More


When the wind blows...
I think I understand now how my students feel when I give an essay question... Read More


Imagine
Imagine what life would be like, to open your eyes and see a beautifu... Read More


Called to Care
A “calling,” as described by Webster, is defined as, “A strong inner... Read More


free from glasses
Watching my son play, and helping him with his homework, not worrying about... Read More


Would like to have better vision
My name is Ryan, I am a volunteer firefighter/emt. I have tryed glasses in... Read More


Keep me safe on the road
I realize everyday I get behind the wheel and drive 133 miles one way to... Read More


life would me easier
i have been in a wheelchair all my life. Doctors have said that the... Read More


SHE DRIVES A CAR, PEOPLE!!
My wife, Patricia Jordan, and I have been married for 22 years. She is the... Read More


Please, Please, Pretty Please
Thank you for the opportunity to share my story and win lasik surgery. I... Read More


just thought i would try!
After reading most of the entries on here, figured I had just as good of a... Read More


Picking up the pieces
I was about 8 years old when I first got my glasses, and about 16 when my... Read More


Hoping to see 20/20
I'm a 49 yr old woman who would i love to not wake up every morning and... Read More


GIFT OF SIGHT, Please Vote For My Essay
Hi, my name is Brad. I am 27 years old and have been wearing glasses since... Read More


Poem from a Princess
I am oh so very young My fun little life has just begun I have had... Read More


New Outlook on Life
Eye sight without the assistance of eyewear would mean so much to me. I... Read More


A 'new' me, with crystal clear vision
I was ten years old when I first started wearing glasses. At sixteen, I... Read More


what is going on, on the couch?
I cannot watch tv without my glasses or contacts on. I feel like i am back... Read More


What A Wonderful Gift This Would Be....
I heard about 'The Gift of Sight' contest on 97X and immediately thought... Read More


Thankfully I passed my college writing coarse
I have been wearing contacts and glasses since I won money at Bingo when I... Read More


My Kids Keep Breaking My Glasses
I have gone through so many pairs of glasses and am blind without them,... Read More


The Measles did it!
I was 8 years old when I had the German Measles, and soon afterwards my... Read More


A Soldier's Vision
I’m writing to you on behalf of my best friend, Eric. I’ve known him since... Read More


wishing to be contact free
I have worn contacts for quite some time now and along with it came dry and... Read More


Dr. Approved, no insurance to cover
Hello! I am a 53 years old. I have been recently approved for this eye... Read More


Perfect Gift for Husband On Our Anniversary!
My husband and I both need LASIK. However, the perfect gift for me would be... Read More


SAD SAD EYES
Well im a male at 50 im alone i just cant find that special woman i cant... Read More


Single Mother of Two Would Like To See
I have worn glasses since I was 4 years old and I am now 37. I would love... Read More


CAT OR PILLOW?
Oh how I would love to wake up in the morning and see my alarm clock and... Read More


Wishing to wake up being able to see
I am a 26 year old who has been wearing glasses since age 7. My vision is... Read More


The Gift Of Sight
Like many, I have worn glasses since I was 3 years old. But, even with... Read More


Everything goes to heck at 50!
I've always been a kid at heart, a man who refuses to grow up. Age has... Read More


i would like to read to my great grandsons
i would love to be able to read to my great grandsons without haveing to... Read More


Life Without Site & plenty of Styes
Well, my name is Doreen, i am 43 years old, and i have lived with glasses... Read More


To see and the LADIES
Like many of the other contestants I have been wearing glasses since I was... Read More


IF I COULD ONLY SEE THE ALARM CLOCK:
I AM 38 YEARS OLD AND HAVE BEEN WEARING GLASSES SINCE I WAS TWO YEARS OLD.... Read More


No passes with glasses
I would love to have this corrective eye surgery. Because boys don't make... Read More


Won't have to hear LASIK from my hubby again!
Anytime I complain about my glasses my husband always says, "LASIK". I... Read More


CONTEST
I FEEL THAT I SHOULD WIN BECAUSE I HAVE 2 EYE DISEASES THAT WOULD MAKE ME... Read More


disabled
help me to see clearly again. whats... Read More


I WOULD LOVE TO SEE....NORMAL
I have had glasses since I was in third grade, and I have had contacts... Read More


Help a firefighter
Ever since I was a kid, I always dreamed of becoming a fireman. Just ask my... Read More


Heard But Not Seen.......Scariest Moment
Wow! This is a wonderful gift for anyone who has poor vision, so I would... Read More


My Life Thru Blurred Vision
Hello everyone! My name is Megan and free Lasik would be a dream come... Read More


More than anything...
would i love to wake up in the morning to see w/o using glasses. For 22 yrs... Read More


Fresh look on life
My name is Krista and I recently turned 30. At first I was truly dreading... Read More


Cool Sun Glasses!
Oh! How cool it would be to purchase and wear over the counter sun glasses... Read More


Hello & Good Morning Beautiful World!!
I have fumbled with glasses since 2nd grade. My poor eyesight was... Read More


They call me squintz
My name is Josh Davis. I have had to wear glasses since I was in... Read More


PLEASE HELP ME SEE
I've wore glasses for 22 years, I'm now 42. The last year of my life has... Read More


Ordinary, but hopfull
Desired and wished for, but f inancially out of reach, Children's needs... Read More


Some Take It for Granted...
I am writing to you to graciously ask that you consider me as a candidate... Read More


Mother of two who homeschools....
My name is Julie. I'm a 30 year old single mother of two boys. I had to... Read More


Fisherman that Wants to See
I have had glasses since i was in 4th grade, and i can not get contacts, i... Read More


I've missed the toilet!
It is true....I have to wear my glasses to pee. I thought my aim was... Read More


To see or not to see...that is the question
Lasik surgery will improve my life and make things easier in many ways. I... Read More


My daughter
I am writing on behalf of my daughter, Jessica. Jessica has worn glasses... Read More


Wall vs Face?
I would really like to be considered for this Gift of Sight. I, much like... Read More


Sleepin with contacts 2 "see what she dreams"
You heard it, My girl takes her contacts out only in the mornings to clean... Read More


Unconditional Love
A bright mind and a loving heart with open eyes is required to continue... Read More


Eye can not compete...
My name is Nathan Sawvell. I'm 28 years old, a husband of 4 years and a... Read More


From the inside out
I have lost 120 lbs. I'm the same person I always was, but my outside... Read More


For My Family
I have worn glasses since I was nine years old, nearly three quarters of my... Read More


the blind leading the blind
I really wish everyone could win the gift of sight. Everyone is deserving... Read More


One eye blind for 24 years
Free corrective eye surgery. After twenty years, someone came up with an... Read More


Mom of 3, recovering from BRAIN SURGERY!!!!!!
My name is Melody West. I am 32 years old, married with three children.... Read More


Want to see my son's face clearly
I am going to turn 40 on October 8, the same day my son will turn 7. I... Read More


Thanks!
I am blind and... Read More


Blood Shot eyes with contacts
I am a 39 year old wife and mother of 1 who has been wearing glasses since... Read More


Dry Eyes with no end in sight!
I am a 29 year old mother of two rowdy boys! I have had chronic dry eyes... Read More


I need this.
I am a college student and recently married. (That alone should give you... Read More


full-time college student/single mom in need
There are many reasons why getting Lasik eye surgery would help me in life.... Read More


Mom of 2 active boys needs to drive at night!
I am a very active mother of 2 very active boys and I love being able to... Read More


My husband is cheap and scared
My husband, Gary, has terrible eyesight. He has worn glasses and contacts... Read More


Help me see me for who I really am!
Hello. My name is Cathy. I have worn glasses full time since the age of... Read More


Angry Eyes!!
Why do I need LASIK surgery? I have worn corrective lenses since grade... Read More


MAKE MY DREAM COME TRUE
Having lasik surgery has always been a dream of mine!! I am a single... Read More


Life has been reborn but eyes still in need!
I have been wearing eye glasses for 40 years. I remember asking my folks... Read More


Operating Room Nurse and 1st time grandma
Lasik will definitely improve my life in several ways.Working as a nurse... Read More


To see clearly again
I am a 28 year old mother of two wonderful children. I have been wearing... Read More


The Gift that Keeps Giving
I have been wearing glasses and contacts since I was 10 years old and I'... Read More


Working while you sleep
I have been pondering the best way to go about writing this essay. ... Read More


I need eye surgury
I have been wearing glasses since I was 5 years old. I can't even imagine... Read More


My wonderful wife
I would like to tell you first about a very special person in my life, one... Read More


A shot in the dark...
I have been in glasses and contacts for 15 years and while that's not too... Read More


needs to get rid of this dark cloud above m
The past 2 months of my life as been so hard. I lost my Grandma Jane to... Read More


Glasses, Yes I've Had Many
It's amazing that glasses have helped me to see more clearly for 39 years.... Read More


a father that canot see
i would like to read to my sons ,but i can hardly see.haveing vision is... Read More


I wish I could see!
My eye damage results in head pain, vision blackouts, lightening bright... Read More


Starting over at 50
My name is Dona Cross. I will be 50 years old in a couple of weeks. Two... Read More


An Entire Lifetime Ahead of Me
Okay, here goes... I'm not very good at expressing my feelings, and even... Read More


MY HUBBY *in sickness & in health he took me*
Ladies & Gentlemen thank you for taking the time to read the following... Read More


End getting crap from sister.
I have been wearing glasses or contacts since I was 5(40 years). I work... Read More


Seeing Is Believing
I've needed glasses since about the third grade. Being a rebelious grade... Read More


LASIK~YES GLASSES~YUCK
Dear Eye Surgeons Associates and Dwyer & Michaels, I’ve always wanted to... Read More


In 1967
I was in the first grade when the teacher sent a note to my parents,... Read More


Always giving,never asking . . .
my sig. other Richard has always been so caring and giving ,granted we... Read More


Dream of a Lifetime
I am a 57 yr old woman with a need for good vision. I have been through... Read More


vision for my future
How Lasik will improve my life.... I am 28 years old and have had poor... Read More


New grandma again!
I just was lucky enough to welcome my new grandson into my life. I am... Read More


PAYING IT FORWARD...A LOVE LETTER FOR MY WIFE
I would like to tell you about a special woman in my life. My newlywed... Read More


Call 911...my eyes need help!
I am a 911 dispatcher for a local police and fire department, and it is my... Read More


What time is it!
Since I was little I have wanted to be able to look over at the clock in... Read More


Where Would I Be Without Him
About five years ago I met a wonderful man who changed my life in so many... Read More


Can hardly read this, you?
This is for my wife who has astigmatism and her eyesight just keeps getting... Read More


Fashionable for Son's wedding
I would love to have Lasik surgery for my son's wedding in July which is... Read More


Which one's MY kid??!!
I'd like to say I need it because my golfing buddies are tired of telling... Read More


Can Someone Say Frustrating!!!
Hello everyone, My name is Kim and I am twenty two. I work as a... Read More


The Burden of Poor Eyesight
I so envy anyone who can see without the assistance of manmade lenses. I... Read More


A True Gift to Pass On
Eye Surgeon Associates is offering a great opportunity by giving a “Gift of... Read More


I Sleep With My Glasses On ?
Ok, so maybe I never used to sleep with my glasses on. When I was eight... Read More


Dreaming of 20/20 vision
I have been wearing glass for 25 years now and have hated every one of... Read More


If I could - I'd wish this for my daughter
I've lived all my life wearing glasses, so I know what it's like. I... Read More


Free me!
When I got my first pair of glasses, I annoyed my son all the way home,... Read More


A Gift for My Mother
Perfect eyesight is by far one of the greatest gifts one could be born... Read More


mom of 8 just can't wait
i'm short on time so i'll just try to rhyme. I've worn glasses all of... Read More


It's been a long time
I'm a 37 year old mother of a 7 year old boy that thinks it's great to... Read More


Soon to be Massage Therapist
Dear Dr. Phinney - Currently I am taking classes to become a Massage... Read More


Sick and tired of topamax
I am single mother of two so paying for the surgery is out of the question... Read More


to feel better about me
dear dr phinney i would like to be considered a candidate because it would... Read More


What Is it?
So, I'm in the shower (no glasses or contact here) and I notice something... Read More


Hard Working New Mom
Having a baby is a life changing experience, as everyone with a child... Read More


An eye for success
Driving for a living with sweat running onto my glasses, taking my glasses... Read More


Sunglasses @ Night
This is MY story. I am a very forgetful person. I still can't remember... Read More


Tired of glasses
I have been wearing glasses for over 30 years and I am tired of paying alot... Read More


I'd lose my eyeballs if they weren't attached
I have a problem with finding my glasses. I only need them for far away,... Read More


Mrs. Jennifer Dillie
My name is Lance Dillie, Jennifer's husband, we were just married on... Read More


LIFE WILL BEGIN ANEW!!!
I HAVE WORN GLASSES SINCE THE 3RD GRADE! I'VE DREAMED OF GETTING RID OF... Read More


National and Community Service
Hello, My name is JJ and I enjoy serving my country and my community. I... Read More


At a loss...
I have been wearing glasses since I was in the second grade. I am now 26... Read More


See messages from sons
I have 2 son's active duty medical Corpsman assigned to Marine units. When... Read More


Why I need eye surgery
Hi my name is Tom Scraggs I am almost 33 years old and have worn glasses... Read More


The gift of sight would be a true blessing..
I have worn eyeglasses since I was in the 4th grade. This is mostly a... Read More


for frances
frances recently had cataract surgery on her left eye .lots of... Read More


Dreaming of 20/20
Looking at my school pictures I realized I have had glasses for longer than... Read More


The Contest that Caught My Eye
After reading several of the stories posted, I decided to submit my own. I... Read More


My Need To See!
I am sure you have read many entries stating that they have worn glasses... Read More


Maybe half blind.....
Hi everyone.. I'll be short with this essay... My father was half blind... Read More


A Dream Come True
I have worn glasses or contacts since I was in 8th grade and I a now in my... Read More


Tears for Fears
I’m 42 years old. I have worn glasses since six grade and contacts for 19... Read More


Ice is no fun
I would really like to see without glasses, have worn them for almost 50... Read More


Eyes for Service
As long as I can remember I have wanted to become a U.S. Navy SEAL. SEALs... Read More


My Wife Had Surgery
My wife had to have surgery on the side of her face by her ear and now when... Read More


Same Story as everyone else
I was born in 1956, At 6 months old my brother stuck coat hangers in my... Read More


Between the World and Me.
To start, I have worn glasses for as long as I can remember. ... Read More


Stop the headaches
My name is Tom Brehmer. I'm originally from Davenport and have lived in... Read More


My Mothers Eyes Also Revised
I agree with "I CAN WAIT" Everyone read, My wife and mother. My son... Read More


I can't even see the big E on the eye chart!
My name is Theresa Leppert, and I am almost 40 years old. I have worn... Read More


Because, Mary Beth Desrves it.
I have to write on behalf of my wife Mary Beth, I hope it is not a... Read More


Volunteer EMT wants to see!
I have been wearing glasses since I was in second grade and can remeber... Read More


Mom of 2 who showers with her glasses!
I would love to able to see. I have worn glasses since the 1st grade. I... Read More


Squint no more
I had Lasik done in 2004. Before that I had worn glasses since I was in... Read More


Top 5 reasons my dad need lasik
5. He went to pet a cat and it was a rat 4. He is constantly tripping... Read More


I can wait - revised
I heard the announcement for a free lasik essay contest this morning on the... Read More


I want to see my kids when they wake me up
When my kids come into my bed in the morning to wake me up with kisses and... Read More


Too Young for Old Eyes
My name is Suzy and I have had to wear glasses since I was 10 yrs old. My... Read More


Burning Ants
The gift of sight me has been one that should have come with a receipt. I... Read More


Full of Headaches
Hello I have had glasses and contact since I was 9 years old and I am in... Read More


DEAF WITH VISION ISSUES
My name is Kelly Scherf and am deaf. I have had vision issues almost my... Read More


My Wife and Mother of Four
My wife ,Sheri, is 33 and has worn glasses and/or contacts since she was a... Read More


four eyed nurse
Yes I am a health care provider. But, I would sure like to see my patients... Read More


Amazing
I'm like everyone else that would love to have this lysic Surgery done. ... Read More


young and cant see
i have needed to wear glasses since i was a kid so for about 14 years i am... Read More


NEW EYES FOR AN OLD MAN PLEASE
My father Mark Hoyt is 53 years old and has worn glassed since he was in... Read More


me as mr. magoo
Let me just say upfront that I am shocked and dismayed at any suggestion... Read More


Coke Bottle Glasses and The Lazy Eye
Hello all, my name is Brooke Fischer, I am 23, and I have been wanting to... Read More


Optical Lab Manager SICK SICK SICK of Glasses
I have worked in the Optical industry for about twelve years now. I am a... Read More


My Mothers Eyes
I asked my mother if I could enter this contest for her. She said Yes and... Read More


Seeing is believing -
'The eyes are the window to the soul' [but for some reason the curtains... Read More


Wonderful
As a child, I began wearing glasses, which of course was never the "cool"... Read More


Rescuer needing rescued
Hello, my name is Darin, I have been wearing glasses or contacts since I... Read More


I cant see
I am 40 Years old and had to wear glasses for about 30 of them and 15years... Read More


Eye Glasses
Hello, my name is Kristy. I am a 30 something mother of 4 with our 5th to... Read More


A normal life !!
I am sitting here now typing with my glasses on & readers over the top of... Read More


Give this one a look or two.
Hey there, I know there are so many other people entering this contest. I... Read More


Citizen soldier
Since I was in 5th grade I have been wearing glasses. I remember sitting... Read More


Stumbling around in the dark
You just have to see my story to understand why I need to win this. I’ve... Read More


I got hosed
Hey my name is Jonas and I have always wanted to have this surgery done to... Read More


My name is Gary
I have been wearing glasse for 6 yr now. It would be nice to not have to... Read More


The Gift of Sight
It was like a angel looking out for me. I have worn contacts for many... Read More


I am slowly going blind...
I first needed corrective lenses when i tried to take my permit test at the... Read More


Since I was YOUNG!!
When I started school I had to have the physical as everyone does and we... Read More


Eye Surgery
Good Morning, My name is Cyndi, and I am a single mother of 3 and... Read More


Almost Blind
When I was very young I didn't know I couldn't see right because I never... Read More
 

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