Happiest of birthdays to the lady that is an absolute ROCK to so many people! She loves hard, serves hard and is the living, breathing definition of a faithful servant.  I see the contentment in her eyes when she knows Rob is home from the hospital and comfortable in his own bed, the contentment when Anneliese, Merritt and Holland are happy, living large and giggling at their top of their lungs while playing with their barbie dream house on the patio absolutely oblivious to the fact that their Daddy is bravely fighting this beast that is cancer.

Laura would pass over any bucket list trip or first class experience (in an absolute heartbeat) in order to be with her husband on the 9th floor at MD Anderson as he gets liters of chemo pumped into his body day after day! She would pass over any diamond ring or 14 carrot gold necklace if accepting that gift would be at the expense of a day spent with her beautiful blond brigade (a.k.a. spicy pack of peppers)! 

Laura has boldly and fearlessly attacked this painful yet beautiful chapter of life with aggression fueled by love, determination fueled by attitude and perseverance fueled by Gods unwavering presence in her life and that of Rob, Anneliese, Merritt and sweet Holland. 

Laura and Rob did not ask for this, they certainly do not deserve this but I'll be damned if they both don't acknowledge the fact that they will rise above this and come out bigger and better than  before, become better parents because of this journey, better spouses, better friends, better co-workers.....you name it.

My sister has kept us ALL afloat during some pretty rough times in life. The list is pretty damn long of who she has helped and how but I personally have been the recipient more times that I can count.

Our girl is tired, VERY tired, but she would never tell you that. She and Rob together have been fighting a very valiant fight not just to get Rob over that finish line so he can have his turn to ring the "remission" bell but to keep their beautiful babies happy, healthy and thriving. While the 3 blond mice are catching on more and more each day to the reality of what's going on, especially our sweet Annie, Laura and Rob have not only chosen to be incredibly honest with the girls about cancer, chemo and hair loss but they have also chosen to fiercely protect their girls at all costs. 

I hope on this extra ordinary January 25th, you all take a second to reach out to Laura who could truly use the love, encouragement and daily reminder that every little thing....is gonna be alright!

Much love to each of you for the unwavering love and support!

Laura, WE LOVE YOU! - Aunt Say