In June of 2006, we noticed that our 4 year old daughter Raelynn was having troubles with puffiness around her right eye. Thinking it may be an infection or something along that line, we took her to a local optometrist. Seeing something bigger, he referred us to a pediatric ophthalmologist. This ophthalmologist could tell right away that she was dealing with something much more concerning than we could imagine. The whirlwind continued as he sent us to get a CT scan where he

Today marks 99 days out from the Big Event in March, so we wanted to share 99 reasons why our members are thankful for UNI Dance Marathon in 9 words or less: I'm thankful for UNI Dance Marathon because... 1. "UNI students can join to be one FTK" - Jessica, Family Relations 2. "It allows me to share my blessings with others" - Darci, Morale 3. "Of all the amazing, passionate people I've met" - Kyle, Family Relations 4. "I get to be inspired by our awesome kiddos" - Family Rela

Thanksgiving Day 2010. I was in 8th grade, on my way to Thanksmas with my dad. Thanksmas is my dad’s side’s version of Thanksgiving. We combine the Thanksgiving and Christmas!! Imagine over 50 people in a barn, on a farm, celebrating like it’s Christmas and eating like it’s Thanksgiving, fun right?! Absolutely. It is my favorite holiday to this day. But that year, I didn’t quite make it. I had been having stomach problems, on and off, since Valentine’s Day in 3rd grade. I was