for and fiercely defended their daughter, lauren and it is a beautiful story and we think any parent or anybody who loves a child, can relate to this story. take a listen: >> i get excited when i try new paintings. >> reporter: this is lauren axelrod. she's the daughter of david axelrod. president obama's closest advisor, and the architect behind the president's historic 2008 campaign. but far away from his political success in the world of washington, d.c., is a family life that has been filled with challenges. >> look at you, what are you painting? nice. >> beautiful. >> reporter: david and his wife, susan have struggled to help their 29-year-old daughter, live a normal life. >> i was thinking a flower one. >> you don't like this? okay. back in the bag. i lost. >> reporter: seeing her healthy is a dream come true for them.