The Theory of Everything Watch Film Watch Film Discussion Meet Katrina Hawking This discussion was a real treat as Katrina Hawking told stories of meeting her father in law and traveling with someone famous. I learned so much about this person who was larger than life and also Granddad. I just found out Stephen Hawking … Continue reading 7.28.22 Week 4 Fight ALS Film Festival
7.27.22 Week 3 Fight ALS Film Festival
Hope on the Horizon: An Expedition for ALS Watch Film Watch Film Discussion Meet HARK "I just hope other people don't have to go through what we went through" Quinn Ragan We've raised over $3.5 million and it has all been given to A.L.S. families. This film is a true testament to what crazy tthings … Continue reading 7.27.22 Week 3 Fight ALS Film Festival
7.26.22 Week 2 Fight ALS Film Festival
VICE: Die Trying Watch Film Watch Film Discussion Meet Angelina Fanous People with disabilities don't just sit at home and stare at a wall. We lead interesting, meaningful and valuable lives. This was tthe best 2nd edition of the Fight ALS Film Festival because it shows the tenacity it takes to live with this disease. … Continue reading 7.26.22 Week 2 Fight ALS Film Festival
7.25.22 Week 1 Fight ALS Film Festival
So Much So Fast Watch Film Watch Film Discussion Meet ALS TDI This film makes you proud to be a human This was the perfect film to kickoff the Fight ALS Film Festival because it's all about the love and determination of a family. We met a lot of the Heywood family in our discussion, … Continue reading 7.25.22 Week 1 Fight ALS Film Festival
6.20.22 Kendra Scott Giveback Party
I’d like to personally invite you to contribute to the Her ALS Story Wellness Retreat by shopping our Kendra Scott Giveback event. During our party, 7/20 - 7/22, 20% of sales online and in store using the code: GIVEBACK-CGOSH will go to offset various costs of the retreat. This coming fall, we are organizing a … Continue reading 6.20.22 Kendra Scott Giveback Party
6.14.22 Lou Gehrig Day Success
Lou Gehrig Day was entirely too much fun. We had a great turnout and got to meet other pALS in the fight. I'm always proud of this community, the love and support that flows constantly is good for the soul. Mark your calendars for June 2, 2023 for the 3rd Annual Lou Gehrig Day. Lou … Continue reading 6.14.22 Lou Gehrig Day Success
5.11.22 Serenity Now
Friday was clinic day and it was a marathon. Mah and I left Hico at 7AM and got back at 5PM. Not how I'd prefer to spend a Friday but we're going to discuss how to approach the day from a different perspective. Instead of complaining about a 6AM alarm, I'm choosing to celebrate that … Continue reading 5.11.22 Serenity Now
5.3.22 Lou Gehrig Day with the Texas Rangers
Last year was the first annual Lou Gehrig Day celebration. Since the Rangers were on the road and I’m extra, Jennifer and I flew to Denver to celebrate. Thanks to the Hilliard family I got to do a pregame interview with AT&T SportsNet RM and Marc Stout. And thanks to my favorite Morby’s we got … Continue reading 5.3.22 Lou Gehrig Day with the Texas Rangers
4.25.22 Fight ALS Film Festival
Mark your calendars and join us in May for ALS Awareness Month. Register here. Zoom links will be sent out each week. Meetings to discuss each movie are at 7PM CDT on the dates listed below. May 1: So Much So Fast, with a discussion moderated by Carol Hamilton. Carol was inspired by this film … Continue reading 4.25.22 Fight ALS Film Festival
4.4.2022 Beers Without Beards
Say that ten times fast, go ahead, I'll wait. I am PUMPED about attending my first in person event with Her ALS Story. Y'all met them when we got the Trailblazer award, remember? Oh, and you can watch our panels and award here. Man, I love in person events, and beer through a straw, and … Continue reading 4.4.2022 Beers Without Beards