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May 2011
teamASHER Gives Back
Ok, so we’re taking a cue from American Idol :).
Total God story. We have a sweet, older neighbor who we have befriended. When I told him Asher has CF, he got misty-eyed, grabbed his heart, and told me he lost two grandchildren to CF. He knows how horrible this disease is, and what it can do. I’ve had the privilege of meeting his daughter, and she shares in our fight and our drive to find a cure. She works at Build-A-Bear and has graciously donated to our Silent Auctions for the last couple of years. I called her last year with an idea to put together some bags to give to children and parents who have been admitted into Phoenix Children’s Hospital. She again, so graciously donated cuddly bears for boys, and “Princess” pillows for girls. We were able to put together 12 bags of bears and pillows for little girls and boys, and we hope they will bring lots of smiles. Our favorite nurse is in charge of handing out the smiles :).
On another CF note, our walk is on Sunday. Sunday. It’s the end of May. Thankfully it’s been beautiful out, otherwise this is where I would insert lots of complaining, ha! Anyways, we’re looking forward to getting together and telling the world that we need a cure!!! If you’d like to join us, we’ll be walking on the 22nd at Tempe Beach Park. It’s a 5k, and takes about 1.5 hours. We qualified for a tent this year, so look for us, and come by 8:50a so you can be in the 2011 teamASHER photo!!!
On the third CF note, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation asked Asher and I to join them this last week to thank one of their sponsors of the Great Strides Walk. They showed Asher’s video, and we thanked them for their support, and then Asher presented the Foundation with a check for over $12,600 from the Silent Auction! I’m just realizing I somehow deleted the pictures I took of Asher giving the big check to Sheryl at the Foundation. Nice! Not really. But, thankfully at least I took a cell phone pic to document the day.
On an entirely different note, we are making progress with the swimming lessons. Asher is in the “Otter” class at EVO. The first three weeks he screamed (pretty similar to last year), but this last week we had some major victories!
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I love how Asher turns quickly at you to see if you just saw him swim. I love that!
Have fun walking…wish I could join you all.
Rach again I am in awe of your gigantic heart and generous spirit. I bet the little girls and boys that got goodie bags were so touched. That’s awesome.
I too love that Asher immediately turned to look at you when he was done swimming. Good job Asher!
Wow, Asher, you have come a long ways from last years lessons…GREAT JOB!
How exciting for the boys and girls to receive the bears and pillows. What a wonderful idea.
Hope you have a beautiful day for your walk. Wish I could be there.
He’s doing great-What a difference a year makes!Hope you have a great turn out for the walk.What a neat idea with the bears,I’m sure they are a big hit with the kids.Love Dad&Mom
One word. AWESOME! Seriously, Rach…you guys inspire me every day. How thoughtful and generous are those sweet gifts for the kiddos. Brings a tear to my eye. LOVED the video. Reese has insisted we watch it “again! again!” What an awesome little swimmer! I totally loved how he immediately looked back at the camera…also loved his little lip lick. SO CUTE!
Oh my goodness. Those swim lessons were TOTALLY sweet. What a champ. Thanks for sharing that. I sure miss those days. I hope you soak up every moment. Love you guys.