We would like to hear from those of you with EB.  Write on one of the following topics:

(1)  What having personal independence means to me.
(2)  If I was able to ________ I would be more self-reliant.
(3)  If EB went away today, then ten years from now I would be...

The first 20 entries or more (while supplies last) will receive a $10 gift certificate to a store accessible to you.  

We want to feature some of the very best essays for EB on our website.  Please submit your entry no later than November 1st to be eligible to be our top choice for an excellent essay.  Our top choice in the age group of 8 years old to 13 will receive a digital camera.  Our top choice for the age group of 14 and up will receive a laptop.  

Please limit your essays to five pages double spaced.  

Submit your entry by email to ebsurvivors@gmail.com.

Title the email "Essay Contest 08" Include in the header of your essay your full name, age, address, phone number, and parent's names (if entry is written by someone under the age of 18). 

Thank you for your participation.