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Author: e11maxham

Hey there! Mom of three, a dog and two cats. This blog started as a way for me to find hope after our youngest daughter's heart diagnosis, and has become a way for me to find hope in every situation cardiac related or not. Feel free to read or not. Currently work for a tech company in a retail support role after being a graphic designer for years. I wrote about heart stuff, sobriety stuff, work stuff....stuff.
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The Myth of Having it Easy

It’s never easy to admit complete defeat in something. Past experience tells me that it is a good thing in … Continue reading The Myth of Having it Easy

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Friendly Reminder

This month has been challenging to say the least. I was hired by Cambridge Associates and have rejoined society as … Continue reading Friendly Reminder

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When Being Proven Wrong is a Good Thing

It has been a while since I have written anything substantial other than a few rants here and there. Time … Continue reading When Being Proven Wrong is a Good Thing

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Echos of Denial

So here we are with 2 days until the fundraiser and one day before Isabelle’s sedated echo. I have been … Continue reading Echos of Denial

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Preparations

In a few weeks, we are having our big night celebrating Boston Children’s Hospital, Isabelle and our amazing runners. Our … Continue reading Preparations

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The Club No One Ever Wants to Join

When we were first told of Isabelle’s diagnosis exactly two years this week, I was filled with many different emotions. … Continue reading The Club No One Ever Wants to Join

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Frustration Overload

This week has been challenging for many, not just myself or our family. Some people have had to hand over … Continue reading Frustration Overload

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Home Turf

Over the past few days I have been witnessing people at their worst. People who are making assumptions without knowing … Continue reading Home Turf

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A Reality We Cannot Forget

I should be at the gym right now. I should be in a cycle class, on a treadmill, or on … Continue reading A Reality We Cannot Forget

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Thank you

This morning I wore a red shirt to the gym in honor of Day 1 of CHD awareness week. I … Continue reading Thank you

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