'It's a miracle' | Houston girl doctors said wouldn't live past 20 days celebrates her quinceañera

HOUSTON — With the help of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a Houston 15-year-old got her dream quinceañera.

It's the celebration from childhood to womanhood for many Latinas. For Genesis Tamez, the celebration was extra special.

Genesis' mom told KHOU 11 that doctors said she wasn't supposed to live past 20 days old. She was born at just 25 weeks, weighing only one pound.

Getting to this celebration wasn't an easy feat.

"It's a miracle she is here with us today," said Emily Velasquez, Genesis' sister.

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Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia also heard about Genesis' story and presented her with a congressional recognition to celebrate her birthday.