Tag Archives: Children’s Hospital Central California

A LOVING HOME FOR A SPECIAL ORPHAN

Even with his debilitating condition, Victor captured the hearts of his adoptive family. Brought from an orphanage in Ukraine to a beautiful, new life in California, Victor is thankful for the birth defect that united him with his mom and dad. … Continue reading

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50 “KEEPER” IDEAS FOR SCHOOL LUNCHES

Back to school means back to packing lunches. My son’s best days at school often hinge on what I packed in his lunch bag. The more appealing the food the more likely one of his friends will want to trade. … Continue reading

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THE POWER OF RESOLVE

If you’ve stopped in on The Author’s Bio page, you already know the stories I write about real-life heroes here at Children’s Hospital encourage and inspire me. Not long ago I met a courageous fighter named Kieren. Her grandpa (who … Continue reading

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