Author Archives: Allyson

Teach your children well.

Posted on November 4, 2024 by Allyson

Today my heart is aching. In about an hour, it will be exactly 14 years ago that Hannah entered the world. Our beautiful, perfect baby girl. Our world unraveled shortly after her birth, and we painstakingly rewove a new tapestry … Continue reading →

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Say a little prayer.

Posted on March 21, 2023 by Allyson

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.

Posted on February 18, 2023 by Allyson

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

Posted on February 4, 2023 by Allyson

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.

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Allyson

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!

Posted on January 13, 2023 by Allyson

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.

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Allyson

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

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Allyson

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

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Allyson

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

Posted on August 29, 2021 by Allyson

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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