Hey there, birthday boy. Today, you turn four. I can’t help but feel like this is a milestone birthday for you, so I wanted to write you a little note. Plus, it’s been a minute…
Greene Does Greenville – A Step Forward
Another trip to Greenville is in the books. While it wasn’t the busiest or most eventful visit we’ve ever had, Trip 28 still holds its place on the path. In the grand scheme, it might…
Greene Does Greenville – Eyes on 2026
Our first visit to Shriners Children’s Greenville of the year, our 27th visit, is in the books. Thankfully, unlike our last visit, this was a quick 1-day affair. Typically, our appointments are scheduled for the…
Greene Does Greenville – Rollercoaster Ride
Our two-day, twenty-sixth visit to Shriners Children’s Greenville is behind us. (Thankfully) In ways, like with other visits, this one was a follow-up from our last visit, where Harrison was measured for new AFOs last…
Greene Does Greenville – 25 and Counting
So, we’ve completed 25 trips to Greenville—25 round trips, to be exact. Of course, we’ve had countless more doctor’s appointments, but in terms of actual trips, 25 in three years. As we were driving down…
Greene Does Greenville – The New TLSO on the Block
Our 24th trip to Greenville, SC for appointments at Shriners Children’s Greenville has come and gone. Yes, our twenty-fourth trip. Considering at least a third of those trips have been for multiple days and we nearly always have multiple appointments within a day, I…
Greene Does Greenville – Two Steps Forward
Our first visit of 2024, and overall 23rd visit to Greenville, SC, and the Shriners Children’s Greenville is in the books. Rarely do I not have a ton to write about after a trip, but…
Harrison Turns 3!
Today, our Harrison Greene turns 3. I never know what I’m going to write in these posts, only that I’m going to write them, and today is no different. From momentous milestones to unexpected challenges,…
A New Chapter: Harrison’s First Day of Preschool
Today was one of those days that feels like a turning point. A moment that you know will stick with you — not because it was big and loud, but because it quietly reshaped our…
Rare Disease Day 2024: Raising Awareness, Building Hope
Millions worldwide face the daily challenges of rare diseases, often feeling forgotten and without adequate resources. Tomorrow, on February 29th, 2024, we stand together on Rare Disease Day to raise awareness about these conditions, advocate for better access to…
Behind the Smiles: When Fatherhood Feels Powerless
Something that is rarely talked about, especially by fathers, is how all of this just sucks sometimes. I’m not talking about parenting in general. Nothing like that. But being a parent to a disabled child….
Goal Complete: Shriners Children’s 58-Mile Challenge
I have not been shy about my struggles against the dad bod these past few years. While I have debated sharing a few different things lately regarding my health, including new back issues, and numbness…