Every family has a “black sheep” who doesn’t quite fit in. For Kay Rene Reed Qualls and DeeAnn Angell Schafer, they both grew up with the nagging feeling they weren’t like the rest of their brothers and sisters. And that’s because they weren’t.
Both were born at the Pioneer Memorial Hospital in Heppner, OR, on May 3, 1953. While their moms were still recovering from the heavy sedation used in birthing back then, a nurse took the infants to give them their baths. When the girls were returned, however, the mothers noticed something off…but they were brushed aside as still not having their faculties fully recovered.
As years went by, it became clear that Kay Rene and DeeAnn didn’t really look anything like their other siblings. Jokes about “the milkman” were made and any suspicions remained unanswered. Finally, after over 50 years, the truth was finally revealed:
Watch the video to hear more of their incredible story:
(via San Francisco Globe)
It’s heartwarming to see the “swisters” embrace their unique new family and become stronger, despite the strange situation. Every family has it’s own little weird quirk, after all!
