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[YML Gives Back] Inside St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital #StJudeBlogTour

I was planning on publishing a post about my recent trip to Memphis, Tennessee to tour St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as soon as I got back. But it's been two full weeks since I've returned and I'm just now posting about it because I'm still processing the amazing things I've seen. In case you don't have any idea what St. Jude does, it's quite simple: They deliver world-class care to … [Continue reading...]

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Here’s How To Apply For The 2014 YML Scholarship

Back in 2011, I held a short fundraiser to help a young mom afford her college textbooks that semester. We raised $300 and it went to Emily Lingenfelser, a whip-smart mom of one, who graduated from college in 2013! I loved the feeling of being able to help someone achieve their dreams and decided it was high time we did it again. This year, we are looking to raise $300 for a young mom to go … [Continue reading...]

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[YML Gives Back] “Helping Young Families” Holiday Campaign

"To whom much is given, much is required." This is my father's favorite saying. Growing up, he was always reminding me and my sisters that we were blessed by our place in life. We weren't rich by any means, but we were fortunate enough to be able to travel and have many joyous Christmases under the tree. We were taught (by both parents) that giving back is just something you do. You don't think … [Continue reading...]

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Support Share Our Strength And Give A Hungry Child Breakfast!

Growing up, I never ate breakfast in the mornings before school. It wasn't because we didn't have food at the house. I just wasn't hungry so I didn't eat. Well, wouldn't you know, I would get to school and my stomach would start rumbling. I would be in math class, trying to concentrate, but all I could think about was what I was going to eat for lunch. I didn't get the connection until much … [Continue reading...]

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Supporting Those Who Support Us

If you've spent a good amount of time on this blog over the past few years, you'll know that I am a huge supporter of The National Crittenton Foundation. They work to support young women - women like us. Women who had children at an early age and need a network of support systems to help them get their education and thrive as a young parent. They help women who are survivors of sexual, physical … [Continue reading...]

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