Little Pink Houses of Hope - Nags Head, NC

Jason and I just got back from an AMAZING week in North Carolina!  It was by far the most relaxing vacation I've ever been on and it made me realize how desperately Jason and I needed that!  We have Little Pink Houses of Hope (LPHOH) to thank for making this memorable trip possible! 

 

Throughout this last summer, LPHOH provided week long beach retreats to breast cancer patients and their families.  I applied and we were one of 7 families that were selected for the retreat in Nags Head, NC.  In an earlier blog entry I said, "you have no idea how I wish it was on different terms."  Yes, that is true, however, I feel truly blessed to be the recipient of such an amazing experience.  The overwhelming support from the community, the volunteers participating on the trip and the donations that were made to make this retreat happen, brings tears to my eyes. Seriously, my heart can't smile any bigger!  And speaking of the volunteers, there was one in particular volunteer that I have to mention... Karen, thank you so much!  Jason and I really enjoyed spending the time we shared w/ you!  You made the retreat in Nags Head even more special... thanks for dedicating your time, energy and heart into making this week so special to us!  

 

This trip also provided an amazing opportunity to hang out w/ family friends in Raliegh.  This is a shout out to the Keatings and their incredible hospitality... thank y'all for everything.   And while we were passing through Raliegh we also had the pleasure of meeting my "long lost cousin-in-law."  Steph, I'm so glad I finally had the opportunity to meet you and your family! 

 

I've attached a few pics from the trip.  Unfortunately I didn't capture how beautiful NC is right now... everything is just so green.  And no, I'm not talking about the environment... I'm talking about the color!!  That's something I haven't seen in Texas for awhile.  The pine trees that lined the roads driving to the Outerbanks was just beautiful.  While we were there it rained off and on and while everyone else was ducking for cover, J and I were dancing in it!  Fortunately for y'all, I DON'T have a picture of that!  And I'm sorry to burst some of your "Everything is Bigger in Texas" bubbles... NC has us beat on something.  I know, I know, but don't worry... that doesn't necessarily mean it's better!  I'm surprised it's not their state bird, but they have gigantic mosquitos.  Yikes! 

 

Thanks again LPHOH!!  An AMAZING retreat that provided a break from the daily grind of fighting cancer... emotionally, physically, financially.  I feel fresh... rejuvenated... alive!  And forgive me, but I decided to "tweak" your motto...  ;)

 

Live Stronger.  Laugh Harder.  Love Deeper.  Lets Kick Some Cancer Ass.