It’s not uncommon for us to receive emails or social media comments/questions that go something like this… “My son gives me a battle every time he eats. What do I do because he is so picky?” Sound familiar?! If so, here’s some of our top tips: Start with implementing a nutrient dense breakfast first. Do […]
Celebrating the Super Siblings of Childhood Cancer
Anyone who has walked the “cancer path” knows that the one physically fighting cancer isn’t the only warrior in the picture! Just take a brief second to look at the brave super siblings around them to understand this truth. Their entire life has also been turned upside down and can remain in a tornado […]
Life is Lived in the Moment
Have you ever asked yourself what it really means that life is lived the moment? Well, several years ago, there was a California Highway Patrol Officer who was struck by a car that left him paralyzed from the neck down. After acknowledging his extreme physical and mental struggles, he was asked how he was able […]
Grieving, Giving, Growing and Believing
273 days…every single one filled with grieving, giving, growing and believing. You see, as I type this, it has been Two Hundred and Seventy Three Days since our Lainey Lou was made whole and healed in Heaven. She is forever, 5 years and 3 months old. But today, May 3rd, 2017, she would’ve been 6. […]
Courage Over Comfort
For me, finding courage over comfort has taken a whole new meaning over the past several years. In fact, I want to clear the air on what is possibly a big misunderstanding! Over the past few years, I have had so many conversations with moms and dads who have been inspired by our story and […]
A Cancer Family of Fighter’s: Mateo Cato’s Story
Eleven days prior to his 2nd birthday, Mateo Cato, aka. The Beast, received a diagnosis of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). Quickly, this brand new cancer family found themselves in a hard spot! During those beginning months, Mateo experienced several major complications. This included significant swelling, being hospitalized several times and experiencing lots of the “normal” […]