I think you may be wrong on this account. I have heard of a boy in the Columbus area years ago who was anencephalic (sp?). They assumed he would die soon after birth. He did not, and his family and friends prayed for him continually, all the while taking care of his needs. They did a news story about him many years ago at this point, but eventually (they have no idea how) his brain grew, and he was able to go to kindergarten just like any other five year old. This had to be in the mid-90's and I do not recall his name, just that he was somewhere near Columbus. His health was attributed to being a miracle, on account of the steadfast prayers and care of family and friends. Not a wive's tale! They showed the boy and his mom on the evening news!