I have had to keep this secret for several months now, but Karen was nominated to be on a show called Great American Heroes. I was asked to give an interview and be part of the experience, and let me tell you, it was awesome! I got to meet the host, Trace Adkins, in person, meet his wife and daughter, who also has food allergies, go to a concert, and meet a whole bunch of other awesome people. The entire experience was one that I will never forget, and I am so proud of what the show represents and who it recognizes.
For me it was an interesting time to be even interviewed....my interview want on the show, but the coolest part for me is that I know what I said, I know that it was a big deal, and I am so blessed to be able to share in telling any part of my story through other avenues, even ones that we never expect.
I am looking forward to many more awesome opportunities with this organization, no matter how many times I get nervous about saying anything about my food allergies, I still know that I have them for a reason, and any time that I get to be part of a bigger picture, it is awesome!
So, I hope that you will watch the tv show, because Karen is doing an amazing thing, and I am thankful to be a very small part in this bigger picture.
Always Going
Never Giving Up
Trusting
Loving
Believing,
Aimee
The show was awesome and I'm glad that I've met such an awesome young lady such as yourself who proves that there is life beyond food allergies and you're living a full and rich life empowering young people to speak up for themselves with food allergies. Ever since meeting you I've been coping better with the fact that my toddler may have food allergies his whole life and that he will be able to take care of himself as long as I motivate him and be strong like your parents did for you.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your sweet comment! It was such an encouragement to me that what I have been through and continue to go through is for a reason. You are doing a great job, and I am just proud to know you and be a small part of your life and your sweet little boy. Keep up this attitude, even though you and I both know the bad days will come, just knowing that your little boy will grow up to be a string healthy man that will know struggles, and will be able to be a stronger person in the end.
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