Monday my parents celebrated 13 years of marriage. Today Kenneth's parents celebrate 32 years of marriage. We are lucky to have great examples of what it means to love and be loved, for better or worse, and we are proud to be products of our parents. We had very different upbringings. We work together to … Continue reading 4.26.18 Anniversaries
Erasmus
Married 11/12/16, My husband Kenneth and I are loving this crazy life of ours with our service dog, Baloo, and grumpy cat, Ian.
4.25.18 Round 8 Radicava Ridiculousness
Round 8 started Monday and so far nothing too exciting to report. With Radicava, no change is the goal because this drug is supposed to slow the progression. No news is good news. I realized recently that we haven't really discussed why I'm taking this medication, it's importance in the fight against in ALS, and … Continue reading 4.25.18 Round 8 Radicava Ridiculousness
4.24.18 Forgiveness
We've discussed, in depth, my passion for education. My involvement in college access programs like TRiO, Junior Achievement and GForce is part of who I am at my core. Education, in my opinion, is the most important investment a person can make - for themselves, for their families, and for their future. I knew that … Continue reading 4.24.18 Forgiveness
4.23.18 Goodbye for Now, Momma Duke
It’s with a heavy heart that we lay our friend to rest, she was truly one of the good ones. Her faith never wavered, even though all of the hardships and pain she endured during her battle with ALS. I’m thankful for her friendship, her constant encouragement and outpouring of love, and for her daughters … Continue reading 4.23.18 Goodbye for Now, Momma Duke
4.19.18 We Have One Month, People
I'm calling today's conference room meeting to remind everyone that May is ALS Awareness Month and we have lots of fun things going! We are exactly one month away from the greatness that is the 14th Annual Hico Steak Cookoff. Join us in Downtown Hico on May 19th for a day of music, food, and … Continue reading 4.19.18 We Have One Month, People
4,18.18 Just Call Me Killmonger
Did y'all see Black Panther? Remember the cousin, Erik Killmonger, played by Michael B. Jordan? He had the raised scars all over? Erik Killmonger : I don't worry about no brand. Check these out. Each one is for a kill. My scars didn't come from kills, obviously, but i'm starting my own pattern of skin … Continue reading 4,18.18 Just Call Me Killmonger
4.17.18 ALS Advocacy Conference
via ALS Advocacy Fly-In a Huge Success, Lead Up to National ALS Advocacy Conference And Carlie and I are going! We are excited to go to DC, to advocate for ALS, and to preach the gospel of SunnyStrong to everyone that will listen! Phil is PUMPED to get another flight under his belt - Carlie, … Continue reading 4.17.18 ALS Advocacy Conference
4.13.18 My Grandma Houston
"And I don't see how you could ever be anything but mine" - Kenny Chesney Well, here we are: day 3 of discussing Saturday's impact - the highs and lows. We got Sheri and JD married, we showered Amanda and Casey, and now we're left to talk about the earth shattering reality that my … Continue reading 4.13.18 My Grandma Houston
4.12.18 Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House
"This time I found a keeper, I've made up my mind Lord, the perfect combination is her heart and mine. The sky's the limit, no hills too steep, we're playing for fun but we're playing for keeps." - Garth Brooks In case you forgot, I'm getting a sister in September! She's a yankee, kinda talks … Continue reading 4.12.18 Two of a Kind, Working on a Full House
4.11.18 Sheri Found a Foster Home
"Now I'm on a roll and I swear in my soul tonight I'm gonna paint this town. So bring me two Piña Coladas I gotta have one for each hand. Let's set sail with Captain Morgan, and never leave dry land. Any troubles I forgot'em I buried'em in the sand. So bring me two Piña … Continue reading 4.11.18 Sheri Found a Foster Home
