Friends, it's about to get real, so take a deep breath before you begin reading this post. We recently asked Mandi Paris, the mom of our first ForeverWe ambassador, Mary Elizabeth, to share some thoughts about her experience with childhood cancer. I asked hard questions,...
Remember when you were a little and you had to go to the doctor? If you're like me, then your first question for your mom or dad was probably, "Will I have to get a shot?" The doctor wasn't scary, but the prospect of having...
Have you ever felt like your life was totally one-dimensional?
As a pastor's wife, I've been the victim of this flat way of thinking on more than one occasion. Without ever meeting me in person, many people assume I lead the women's ministry at my church,...
I just returned from a weekend trip to San Francisco. Before we left, I felt rushed and stressed. We have four kids, and even though they're old enough to stay home alone, they can't yet stay home alone overnight. And even though they're old enough...
We have a saying at our church, and it goes something like this: Do for one what you wish you could do for everyone.
So easy. So simple.
And yet most people I meet follow this rule of thumb instead. I have no doubt you've heard it...
My friend Ashley is dying.
I haven't seen her in more than six years, and now she's dying. Tomorrow, I am going to her, and I will hold her hand and tell her that I love her, and at some point--hours or days--her spirit will exit...
Our Launch Party and Rally Foundation Fundraiser was a big success! Thank you for your support. Please help us continue to spread awareness about childhood cancer. Word is getting out! Check out this article in the Cherokee Tribune:
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For months, we've been planning our official launch party. We introduced Jewel, a doll and book experience that represents the experience of a child undergoing treatment for pediatric cancer. We partnered with the Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research because we believe they are doing...