35mm
Note: Story contributed by Ekata, dedicated to the inner photographer in all of us and their lens of choice in life The wall started coming down on one side… I … Continue reading
3 x 3 x 3
Note: Story contributed by Ekata, dedicated to anyone looking for a bone marrow match or has found a match who has declined, and their families. 3 matches in 3 countries … Continue reading
Breathe…
Note: Story contributed by Ekata, dedicated to the open air, the sun and the beach. Breathe. We all have moments in life where we need some space. Some space to … Continue reading
Masterpiece
Note: Story contributed by Ekata, dedicated to the artist in all of us, building piece by piece. We are all working on our masterpiece called life. A big jigsaw puzzle … Continue reading
it is written
Note: Contributed by Ekata, dedicated to her squad and the perfect accessory Summer of 2012 Some people find comfort in their beliefs during difficult times. Others question them because they … Continue reading
A Letter to My Cancer
Note: Contributed by Ekata, to her unwelcomed resident. For as long as you have been around, I tried my best to not think about you or address you. You are … Continue reading
You ARE the Best!
Dedicated to our Dad To be raised by a father who shows his love and affection for us all so openly, is a blessing. Don’t get us wrong, he was … Continue reading
Headphones
Note: Story contributed by Ekata, dedicated to anyone who believes in the power of headphones TICK, TICK, TICK…. The sound is back, louder than before. I felt it creeping in, … Continue reading
Real-Life Superhero #WonderWoman
Sophia Sandoval is a real-life superhero; only 3 years old but already a Wonder Woman. This little girl was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a cancerous brain tumor, last year. She bravely … Continue reading
NFL has Heart #LeahStrong
Devon Still’s daughter, Leah, was diagnosed with Stage 4 neuroblastoma last June, a rare form of cancer found in infants and children. She immediately began intense rounds of chemotherapy. Soon … Continue reading
Women Saving Lives #WomensHistoryMonth
March is Women’s History Month and Be The Match is celebrating women saving lives. Did you know over half of the registrants in the National Marrow Donor Program, the world’s … Continue reading
Show your support this Friday with #WearYellowforSeth
5 year old Seth Lane is suffering from severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID), often referred to as “Bubble Boy” disease. Babies who suffer from this disease essentially have no functioning immune … Continue reading
Hope
Note: Story contributed by Ekata, dedicated to her family and friends. Hope. A belief or desire for something to happen. A gift that can be given to yourself or others … Continue reading
Stuart Scott, ESPN anchor, dies at age 49
Stuart Scott, a longtime anchor at ESPN, died Sunday morning at the age of 49. He inspired his colleagues with his sheer talent, his work ethic and his devotion to … Continue reading
Angel in the Sky, Riding her Carousel
K – that smile, that heart, that laugh, that love, that light that beamed straight into our hearts. The girl who rode that birthday carousel in style and made it … Continue reading
The Pink Bash NYC – Party With a Purpose
Tonight something special is happening. And if you’re visiting this page tonight, I’m assuming it’s because you were moved. A unique party held at Marquee in NYC that fits the … Continue reading
Amazing. Priceless. Blessed.
Note: Story contributed by Ekata, dedicated to her family and friends. It’s been about a year and a half since I shared my Heartbroken story. A lot has happened since … Continue reading
Colin 4 Donors #Community
Colin Hays was valedictorian in the 2010 graduating class at Beatrice High School. He is a recent graduate of University of Nebraska where he was on the Dean’s List and … Continue reading
“Run” the Rainbow!
The Ladies of Team Make Me Stronger Fernanda (Team Leader), Reshma, Melissa, Ratna, Arpita, Deepali and Mariko Team Make Me Stronger joined over 50 other teams this morning for the … Continue reading
We’re on a Bike!
WE’RE ON A BIKE! (dedicated to Karen Hagopian and Mike Marwit, members of the Make Me Stronger family) In our eyes, Karen has always has been and will be an … Continue reading