When Alissa Sizemore was hit by a delivery truck while playing outside, doctors did everything they could to save her leg. Ultimately, their efforts failed, and her right leg had to be amputated below the knee. But for Alissa, this was only a temporary setback.
“I just didn’t want to give up,” Alissa told People. “Dancing has been my favorite thing since I was 4. I don’t have part of my leg, but I can’t let that stop me. I still want to dance.”
Alissa started off her performance with her prosthetic leg, and wasn’t afraid to show it off as she skillfully danced to Colbie Caillat’s Try.
About half-way through the performance, however, Alissa decided to remove the prosthetic and gracefully finished her dance without it.
Watch the entire video below to see this Alissa’s inspiring performance.
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[Featured Image: Heather Sizemore]