Kristin "Kourageous" Katich

The title is so true. During the good and the bad, life marches on. I find myself picking up the pieces of the "fallout" from the last few years. First, I am happy to report that all is going smoothly thus far. Kristin is due for labs next week and I am anxious to see them. I wonder if she is? As for the fall out...aside from the wreckage, I find myself grateful for so many things. The many meals brought to our home, mysterious envelopes of money in our mailbox, the sale of the Live Happy t-shirts, loaning of prom and homecoming dresses, free wigs, donations, care for the boys....not to mention the many scholarships and grants Kristin has received making it possible for her to attend college, and of course the prayers of faith, comfort and hope. I find myself sifting and sorting the still growing pile of bills....ugh! Cancer really knows how to break a bank in more ways than one. Never-the-less, life goes on ....as it should and I trust in the Lord that we are in his...

beautiful! Tia was there on day 1 with a hug and 828 eight days later also. I know this will not be the last. She wears the shirt well.... Connie, Kristin, Dr. Raphael, Tia, and Sandy Everyone loves a cupcake! She decided on strawberry - lime . Kristin made the flowers and they were so cute. We had Martinelli's to toast to the occassion. Kristin's much anticipated visit to the clinic was joyous. There were hugs to cherish, and pictures to capture the memories. Here counts were all good, the physical went well, and she is to have followup appointments and labs once a month for a year. Then, every six months... Our family celebrated quietly with each other. The weekend was magical and emotions came full circle. This is the real test folks. There is no more chemo to keep things at bay. Never-the-less, I have no doubt that the leukemia has been irradicated from her body. We know all too well things could have been different. I simply know that Kristin's time here upon this ear...

828 days...is a very long time. Our hearts are full of gratitude for this day, and humbled beyond description by the monumental tasks which have lead us here. This has been no small undertaking and should rightfully be shouted from every roof top. Well,that is a little dramatic, but honestly, I am overwhelmed with joy! If you have read our blog from the beginning, you know the story, the heartache, struggles and triumphants. All 828 days of them. Most importantly you know the kourage children living with cancer posses. It is humbling to say the least. Hopefully, one day, children will not have to live with cancer. They will be free of cancer. For those families who have lost their child to cancer, life without them is apparent as the "sun failing to rise." A heartache no one should ever know. If you find yourself privileged to know of a child suffering.... l ove them dearly, hold them tightly. Look into their eyes.You have touched a piece of heaven and I promise you will nev...

If " every man assumes the color of his surroundings " then I believe the days ahead are filled with bright smiles, and colorful promises of a very blessed life. PS tune in to this blog Thursday morning for the big reveal! And, does anyone comment anymore? if ever you do, we would love to hear from all who read and are sharing this journey, on this big day..... # 827!

2 days! I can hardly sleep at night Kristin!!!!!!!!

I have waited for 824 days to write this. Let the count down commence! 3 What have you done with the last 824 days? I feel like I can recall each and day, each moment.  We are not the same people, emotionally, physically, mentally, and financially...... But, which ever way the dice may roll, we are much closer to the things that truly matter in this life.  Amazing what 824 days can do. ps I have a special post ready for Thursday morning....can't wait.