An amazing child, Journee Moore who had heart transplant surgery at age 5 months, celebrated her sixth birthday here on Tuesday, April 23.

Journee was born with a heart defect on April 23, 2018. Her parents, Krystal and Daniel Moore, had been informed before her birth she would need a new heart as soon as possible after birth. 

Relatives and friends in the Winn community worked together to raise money to help with expenses of traveling to and from Houston for transplant surgery and doctor visits. 

Fortunately, a healthy heart became available for Journee and she received the transplant on September 13, 2018.

Although Journee’s family must be diligent in staying clear of infectious illnesses due to her anti-rejection drugs, she has begun to grow normally over the past few years and is currently thriving. She and her family are grateful to all in the community who helped with the expenses related to her transplant and follow-up treatment.