Rachel’s Story: It’s Going to Be OK
In October of 2012, my dad attempted suicide. My mom and I left early that morning with my uncle and cousin to go to Utah to visit family. We said good-bye to him...
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Matthew’s Story
Lion # 109 Twenty two years ago, my third child was born unexpectedly seven weeks early at UVRMC. His name is Matthew, which means “Gift of God.” His stay was only a few weeks...
My Miracle – Robyn’s Story
I have difficulty having children. My first pregnancy was a girl. My second ended in miscarriage. My third was a boy. When my son was about 1, I decided I wanted to try one more...
Coach W’s Story: As You Think, So You Become
As a teenager, you are invincible and nothing can harm you. You are on top of the world and whatever you want to do, you can. As a teenager, your hopes and dreams are...
Mike’s Story: “I’ve just come up against a bit of ‘experience…’ “
“I’ve just come up against a bit of experience….experience is a brutal teacher. But you learn, my God you learn!” –CS Lewis In my case I’m not sure a strong back is the end...
Carolena’s Story: Life is All About What You Do With Plan B
Carolena Flint, one of our generous lion sponsors, died on August 6, 2009 after a truly courageous battle with cancer. Carolena was one of the first to embrace the Ryan’s Lion™ cause, and donated generously to...
Our Little Aiden
It was Easter morning, April 16, 2006. I had been on bed rest for 5 weeks due to premature labor. The labor was becoming more intense, and I decided I would need to go...
Marie – “Not a Lighter Load, But a Stronger Back to Carry It”
What do you do when you suddenly realize at age 60 that your husband’s business is facing bankruptcy? He has, until the last year or so, operated a fairly successful medium-sized business. Our living...