Life is Short: Enjoy Every Day


Cancer has been on mind the past day or so- and it sucks plain and simple. It sucks for famous people, young people, old people, fit and unfit people. It really doesn’t discriminate – unfortunately there seems to be a cancer for everyone.  Whenever I read or learn about someone newly diagnosed, fighting cancer or losing their life to this awful disease, it brings back so many memories of my family’s experience. It’s a type of PTSD for sure. I am filled with sadness for the families of these young men below and it reminds me how blessed and grateful I am that Scott is still here and healthy.  Every day really is a blessing…

Shawn Kuykendall, soccer standout, dies of cancer at 32

“My biggest ray of hope is that God has a purpose for me.” – Shawn Kuykendall #Kuykenstrong

Kuykendall Death

Zachary M. ‘Zach’ Lederer, inspiration to cancer patients, dies at 20

Zachary Lederer, champion of all those battling cancer and other challenges, passed away peacefully today at home surrounded by those he loves. His legacy will never die.

Zach Lederer

A story of perseverance: ESPN anchor’s private battle with cancer

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Introducing a new section, chronicling the actions of my son, Nate. He constantly confounds, challenges, surprises and delights us. I figured, why not share the experience…

The State of Nate

Mom, I forgot my iTouch was in my pocket when I left for school today and yes, I told the teacher I was reading but I was really hiding it in between the pages of the open book playing a game. He didn’t fool the teacher for long…

Be Inspired

Enjoy every day