After learning that Reese had CF, Kevin and I decided we wanted to do whatever we could to make sure a cure is found. We have had the opportunity to become increasingly involved in fundraising for the CF Foundation, which funds research toward a cure. Earlier this year, the President of the Sioux Falls Stampede hockey team approached my sister Katie about getting the Stampede involved in fundraising for CF...thus, CF Night at the Stampede was created. (On a side note, Aunt Katie could not be at the game because she had the amazing opportunity to go on Honor Flight for KELO news with our Grandpa Lee...we're so proud of both of them. Uncle Kory and Aunt April couldn't be at the game either because they were busy snuggling with their brand new baby who was born earlier that day! Hi Alexis!) From pre-selling tickets and selling chuck-a-pucks at the door, we were able to raise $3,472.50! What a fun night! The Stampede won the game, we got to spend a great night out with our friends and family, we educated people about CF, and we were also able to raise some cash! Sweet! A big huge thanks to Jim Loria, the President of the Stampede, and to all of our family and friends who supported us and helped this event become a success! We love you!
Our family at the game
Grandpa, Mom, Dad, and Reese
Reese's friend Sydney and Reese...showing some love
Ooh, this is fun!
Our friends Ken and Nicole Briggs from Brookings...their little girl Rylee, who is about 15 months old, has CF. She and Reese are buds...and they don't even know it yet :) Nicole and I are able to chat quite a bit and she has become such a great friend!
Em and Ruthie getting ready to help sell chuck-a-pucks. Who could say no to these 2 cuties...I mean Ruthie and Reese. Although their mommy's are looking pretty good too! Ha!
Aunt Maureen, Dad, and Uncle Kevin putting together their strategy to sell the pucks. It worked!
Ruthie having fun at the game! So cute!
Kevin's mom, dad and sister and some fellow fans
Some of my fam, enjoying the game
Thank you so much to everyone for all you did to make this event a huge success! What an incredible amount you collected for the foundation!!!!
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