Because we screened so many patients on opening clinic day, we were unable to offer everyone surgery this week, and some were waitlisted.  But due to a last minute cancellation, we called the family of Andrea Guerra, hoping they could come.  The relatives couldn’t believe the news but thought they wouldn’t make it in time for that day’s surgery.  However, the mother, Lexi Manzaba, and Andrea arrived in a record three hours on a journey which normally would have taken six.  A perfect example of how parents so appreciate the opportunity Alliance for Smiles – and our supporters – bring to families in need.