One year ago today, my journey toward St. Louis truly began. I sent in my application to determine if I was a candidate for Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy surgery with Dr. Park - on the eve of my birthday. I quietly hoped that this would be the gift of hope that I could give to myself, for the brighter future I dreamed of - that I knew was within reach. In the year that has followed, I find myself in awe of what this community has helped me to achieve. I'm endlessly grateful for

Sometimes when you’re really lucky - you get to meet one of your heroes in real life. Someone special whose story touches your heart and who inspires you to keep working on your lofty goals. And sometimes, that hero just happens to come in the form of a sweet, spirited four year old little girl named “Evie”. Rewinding for a moment, I first "met" Evie’s Mom back on October 1st, 2017. The date sticks out clearly in my mind because it was the same day I began my fundraising jour