A year ago today was the beginning of Rachel's journey. What a year. 

Today, I am wearing my Rise up for Rachel shirt that has the verse Isaiah 40:31 on the back. 

"but those who hope in the Lord
    will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
    they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint."

God has truly guided Rachel throughout this journey.  He put her in the hands of a wonderful medical team. He put all of you in her life to rally around her.  I remember one day after she found out this news, our family had this question of why Rachel? Why would God allow something like this to happen to such an important person in our lives and the lives of many. She responded with something to the effect of "Why not me? I have the best support system a person could ask for. I am prepared for this fight." 

The strength and courage she has shown in the last year is a perfect demonstration of that. In our eyes, she is a superhero. 🧡 💛

Thank you for all of the love, support and prayers you have given in the last year. Today we rise up to celebrate Rachel - where she has been, where she is at and where she is going. ☀️