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We've called this five-and-a-half year journey of SSCD and brain surgeries and recoveries "The Unfolding Miracle" because the truth is that Derek didn't get an immediate miracle. And, if I'm honest, he hasn't experienced a complete miracle either. Yet. We are grateful  for all the blessings, miracles, and amazing progress. Derek was able to have… Continue reading Seat 28F

As we chugged up the mountain range and I white-knuckled the steering wheel, the words of Carrie Underwood's "Jesus Take the Wheel" echoed through my head. Literally. Warning signs proclaiming, "Gusty Winds," gave me knots in my stomach. Visions of our camper going over the mountain cliff flashed before my eyes. Exhausted, we pulled into truck… Continue reading Face Plant

In honor of the commitment I made to my best friend 22 years ago, this one is for him. You see, all those years ago, I promised two simple words to him that changed my life forever. He promised those same words back to me. "I do." A year ago, I traveled across the country hoping… Continue reading Butterfly Wings

Have you ever wanted to fast forward your life to the future? That was me exactly one year ago today. I wanted to wish the year ahead of me away. One year ago, anxiousness consumed me. My husband's future—our whole family's future—was uncertain. We drove cross-country, pulling a 42-foot camper to UCLA hospital in California,… Continue reading SSCD – Rewind

 Waiting at airports for my next flight has become a familiar place for me. I have been traveling all over the country sharing our new passion project and partnered brand Amare Global, because I'm on a mission to serve and help as many people as I can. One day, I was people watching in the… Continue reading Abundance

For better or worse, one year can change everything. It most certainly did for our family. One year ago, Derek was barely functioning. His body was wearing down to the point where hope had almost run out and left our whole family devastated as to what our future looked like. Multiple doctors advised against two… Continue reading SSCD – Blazing a New Trail

Right now, the majority of us are still fully chasing after our New Year resolutions. A New Year, new diet, new goals, new dreams, a new YOU—right? Well, as a pioneer, I decided to not make a resolution this year. Instead, I made a New Year's revelation. Last year was the year of miracles. This… Continue reading Gut Instinct

 Stress, anxiety, and feeling overwhelmed are not words most really want to admit are associated at Christmas time. And yet the reality is, it's one of the most stressful times of the year. When I think my life is stressful, I often think of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Can you imagine being a young 13… Continue reading SSCD – Christmas Pajamas

Driving on the road, from sea to shining sea, gives one time to think. Reflect. Witness. Dream. Wide open spaces do something for the soul. They awaken. The lessons we have learned this past year have only been graced upon us through faith.  It's nothing we have done, except surrender—and accept what we cannot control.… Continue reading From Sea to Shining Sea

Stepping out into unknown territory is gutsy. To some it's courageous. Others think it is just plain crazy. But when you are a pioneer, you learn to not settle. You make decisions. Some are bold and daring. Others are completely risky. Win or learn, you are living. And in the end that is all that matters. Because,… Continue reading SSCD -The dis-Ability