Buoyant Spirit: Ram Surges From Cancer Toward Paralympics
OROANGE COUNTY REGISTER photographer captures Robert Ram, a 12 year old swimmer with one leg, chasing a heat win while defying expectations. He faced a knee injury in seventh grade followed by a diagnosis of Ewing's sarcoma under his kneecap. Ram endured surgeries and treatment, fueling a path to Paralympic qualification. He rails against doubt and imagines future glory in the pool.
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Robert Ram
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Liia Ram
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Santa arrives to kick off San Clemente Christmas season
At 5 p m crowds will line Avenida Del Mar to watch Santa arrive in San Clemente riding a fire truck. Puttin on the Glitz street festivities run from 5 to 9 p m with Santa visits at the Community Center and photo packages available. See season page 4.
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Santa
San Clemente
del Mar
the Jolly Guy
Calle Seville
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