Twin Sisters, One Sweet Success: Allison’s Journey to Beating Mono Mono Odds

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Story Summary

Gwendolyn and Vivian Zeller’s first birthday party on February 10, 2024, was a red and pink affair, a celebration influenced by Valentine’s Day. The sisters wore matching "birthday girl” rompers, hair bows and birthday crowns and ate pink and red heart-shaped cakes in the way one-year-olds do.

Their birthday bash was also a week early, which was fitting for the young Boonville residents. More than anything, it was a celebration of overcoming difficult odds for them and mom, Allison Zeller.

“It was Valentines hearts themed as a celebration of our little loves turning one,” Allison said.

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