I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for CaringBridge. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.
8 years ago, my cousin Elizabeth was ten years old and on vacation in California with family. After complaining of being sick and being admitted into the hospital, they removed a “baseball-size” tumor. She was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called Ependymoma Anaplastio. Throughout the past 8 years, friends and family have been able to keep updated on Elizabeth’s journey on a website called CaringBridge.
The fantastic news is that Elizabeth is currently in remission and recently graduated high school and is off to college in a few weeks!
In 1997, Sona Mehring created the first CaringBridge website when a close friend endured a life-threatening pregnancy. CaringBridge is a non-profit website that has served as a lifeline of hope, bringing together families struggling with illnesses and tragedies. It is now used by over 500,000 people a day with 44 million unique visitors over the past year!
Sona Mehring, the founder of CaringBridge is inspired by these uplifiting stories of love, support and bravery. In her new book, Hope Conquers All, she shares these important collections of stories to inspire hope. Stories range from young children with cancer to adults awaiting transplants and these first-person accounts share the importance CaringBridge had in their personal journeys.
If you’re looking for uplifting tales to share with those who are in need of love and support or even to just reflect on how brave these individuals were through such troubled times, you must check out Sona Mehring’s book, where all proceeds will go to help CaringBridge! I definitely look forward to checking it out!
Amy @ Oh So Savvy Mom says
I’ve never used it, but I have been to the site to read stories about people (through links posted on facebook). What a wonderful service to these families.
daisy says
Elizabeth is so beautiful. I’m glad that her cancer is in remission!
Tara says
Support in time like this is so important. I am happy to hear she is doing well and off to college soon.
Beeb says
I am so glad to hear that your cousin is in remission! I’ve seen several CaringBridge websites before and I can already tell that this book will be a touching tear-jerker!
OurFamilyWorld says
This sounds like such a wonderful and inspirational book! I love reading such uplifting stories.
Shop with Me Mama says
I have never heard of this site. I will have to go check it out now. Sounds very inspirational!
Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says
I imagine the stories are heartbreaking but ultimately uplifting!
Carrie with Children says
I am so glad to hear your cousin is in remission – yay for college soon! CaringBridge played a huge part in the journey of my cousin as he battled a brain tumor. It’s a fantastic resource for families and loved ones.
Sara @ Mom Endeavors says
That’s so wonderful that your cousin is in remission. I’ve followed so many stories on CaringBridge. It is such a wonderful resource for families needing a place to update others!
Brett says
my friends used it when their jamie was diagnosed….i know that someone made it into a book after she died. they still update now 3 1/2 years after she’s passed- they’ve started a race that raises money for the hospital where she was treated. i have other friends who’ve used caringbridge. its an amazing site.
Jessica @FoundtheMarbles says
We have followed along on a friend’s journey back from menengitis through CaringBridge. It was tremendously helpful.
Leigh says
I know a couple of people who could use this book right now. I’m gonna check it out.
Elena says
Sounds like a great book. Thank you!
Denise Taylor-Dennis says
What a great place to get some help when you are going through a rough time.
Becca - My Crazy Good Life says
A friend of mine was in the Grand Canyon with her family last year when a rock fell and hit him in the head. Extensive damage was done and he had to be airlifted out of the bottom of the canyon the next morning. It was heart-breaking, and I wouldn’t have been able to keep up with them without Caring Bridge – it’s such a great service.
Sarah L says
Yes, we used it when a friend was dying of cancer. We coordinated caring and visits and it was very helpful.
Julie Wood says
What a very inspiring book to read. And I am so glad that Elizabeth is in remission and she is able to have a great life. I will have to remember if I need to I will use a Caring Bridge!