#HopeForOlivia

 

HUSTLE FOR HOPE 5K - WASHINGTON WAY

 April is HIE awareness month, and this year was our sixth Hustle for Hope 5K that we participated in. Not only did we host again for Washington, but we also had a volunteer from the community help out. It was created by the nonprofit organization Hope for HIE to increase awareness, education, and support. Olivia was diagnosed with hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy at birth. It's a type of birth injury causing newborn brain damage that is caused by oxygen deprivation and limited blood flow. We are hoping to utilize this event as a way to support others on their journey. This year we raised over $3,200 and had the privilege of connecting with multiple new families. Thank you to everyone who made this happen! 

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Below are the 2025 Hustle for Hope 5K photos
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who is helping to make this a yearly tradition :)

The Same Pain, Not The Same Story

 

After enduring the unimaginable loss of her twin boys, she conceived again—only to discover that her child had been diagnosed with HIE, a condition that would make her entirely dependent on them for life...

Read more at www.mysecondhalfself.com

You never know when you will have full circle life moments. Some people are in your life only but a moment, while others may make a surprising pop-up appearance. I worked with Bri from 2009-2013 and we have stayed connected via social media. Nothing close and personal since life got busy for the both of us. There were the occasional likes, hearts, and reposts support. But then over the recent year's, existence didn't seem bearable as life had its way throwing curveballs at each of us. While the details of our stories and timelines may differ, what has aligned us is our pain. Trauma sucks, no doubt about it. But when connection, validation, and empathy meet together, it can be so beautiful during the tough times. I admire Bri's courage in stepping out to personally collaborate with me on this blog and share her story to help others. So, thank you from the bottom of my heart for reaching out to make this happen. Whether it's been 1 year or 12 years, our friendship can pick up without hesitation. If you're reading this, can you do me a favor? Please check out her site at the link above, you won't regret it!