Author Archives: Allyson

Say a little prayer.

Tonight at sunset, it will be 11 years since Hannah passed away in my arms. Our sweet girl would be almost a teen. Yesterday in the car driving home from a playdate, Mimi asked me if doctors know how to … Continue reading

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Trip of a Lifetime part 2 – safari and beyond.

It has been so much fun going through my photos and videos of Tanzania. I am in awe of the beauty – landscapes, people, animals, flora. I put together a little video, but it really doesn’t do it justice. Volume … Continue reading

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Trip of a Lifetime – Kilimanjaro Climb

What an incredible journey! I arrived home on Thursday and am in awe that I actually was in Africa last month. I am sorting through more than a thousand photos and videos, but put together this little video with some … Continue reading

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In Africa and on our way tomorrow.

I’m here and so excited to be in Africa. I arrived yesterday morning to Arusha, and dove in getting to know my group of 8 and our guide Ben. Arusha is a thriving city of more than 3 million, and … Continue reading

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Live Cybercast from Kilimanjaro!

Just learned that Alpine Ascents has a Cybercast that will be updated regularly when we’re on the mountain. You’ll be able to see how we’re doing – amazing technology! Use this link below and thanks for your support and love. … Continue reading

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Be Humble and Hopeful.

Tomorrow, I leave for Kilimanjaro. This is a trip that I’ve been planning for decades, signed up for in 2019, endured 3 cancellations due to Covid and am finally embarking on tomorrow. Here I go! It is finally happening – … Continue reading

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Hannah Hummingbird

Monday, 10 years have passed since Hannah transformed from baby to hummingbird. Our sweet little girl, who forever made a mark on our lives, brought more grief and more joy than I thought was possible with any one soul. I … Continue reading

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The Keys

Today, Hannah turns 11. It is surreal to think that this child, who changed our lives in such profound ways, joined us more than a decade ago. Oh, how she continues to play an important role in our lives. I … Continue reading

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The Opposite of Fate

I’m so excited to share that as of earlier this month, I’m officially the National Director of Leadership Giving with JDRF! I am thrilled that I get to bring my personal and professional experiences together to work on finding a … Continue reading

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Lessons from our Children

As I sit in my home office working, throughout the day I hear the thumps and dribbles of our son outside at the hoop practicing basketball. I’ve watched his vertical jump double, and his constant attention and practice now means … Continue reading

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