My good friend, Hollie, has a 22 month old son, Jackson, with cystic fibrosis. She and her husband struggle daily with his care and trying to make ends meet when insurance denies payment for this treatment or that, all while trying to give all three of their children a normal life. She has been a pillar of strength for the past two years and a role model for me. At a time when many would have put all their attention on their own sick child, she has actually reached out to help other families. Hollie is part of an outreach program to support families with newly diagnosed children. Ever since Jackson was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, Hollie and her family have been determined to do their part to help find a cure.

Seeing their determination and willingness to care for others despite their difficulties, has inspired me to help as well. I am organizing a Scrapping for Strides event in honor of Jackson Miracle Milers to raise money for the Great Strides Walk-a-Thon. I am planning a fun day of scrapbooking and crafting. We're providing lunch, everyone gets a goodie bag full of neat scrapping stuff and I'll be demonstrating a fun scrapbooking project! Mark your calander for March 21st. Contact me with your $25 registration fee by March 14th. Look forward to seeing you there!

scrapfreak@insightbb.com