Childhood cancer, Parenting

Parenting Through Cancer

Here’s  an exact, unedited copy of a text message I received at work from my husband the other morning about how my older kids spent their evening the night before: “Apparently Daniel, Jesse and his friend stayed up really late, playing dare. So Jesse has no longer any eye brows. Daniel took a shower with… Continue reading Parenting Through Cancer

Childhood cancer

Elliot chosen as Child of the Day by CURE

Hi everyone! Just a little break from my Switzerland adventure story to share some really exciting news with you!   I'm quite excited to announce that Elliot has been chosen as the feature child to be honoured on September 10th, by CURE Childhood Cancer.  http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/elliot-scobietorekov Did you know September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month?  If… Continue reading Elliot chosen as Child of the Day by CURE

Childhood cancer, Funny moments

Vacation

Ahhh... the sun on my face, the sand between my toes, the soft wind blowing and the distant noises of kids playing combined with seagulls screaming overhead.... I am sitting in a long chair on a beach in Trouville-Sur-Mer, Normandy, enjoying the sunny day. The weather in Normandy is exactly what people kept telling me… Continue reading Vacation