I admit that I didn’t know a lot about childhood cancer until I visited St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis in 2016. I had no idea that childhood cancer, or pediatric cancer kills more children in the United States than any other disease. I didn’t realize it is the leading cause of death by…
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How St. Jude Heroes Inspires a New Generation to Care about Ending Childhood Cancer
When I first visited St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital three years ago, I was told I’d have a St. Jude moment. No one could tell me when this moment might occur or how my visit would affect me. I was just told that I would know. At some point during my visit, I realized that…
St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend: The Rare Time When Money Means Everything
Just a couple hours after returning home from running my first half marathon as part of the St. Jude Memphis Marathon Weekend, I found myself being interrupted by one of my son’s friends at our neighborhood holiday tree lighting. “Mrs. Barr? Thomas said you ran a marathon.” “No,” I gently replied to correct the boy….
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Makes Education a Priority to Kids Through St. Jude School
Welcome to St. Jude Sundays. This month I’m dedicating my Sundays to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month as I train and fundraise for the this December. There were many things about St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital that touched my heart but as a former teacher, I loved peeking in the windows of St….
Why You’ll Love Target Even More After Seeing These Photos
Welcome to St. Jude Sundays. This month I’m dedicating my Sundays to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month as I train and fundraise for the this December. How is St. Jude able to ensure that families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food? 75% of the $2.2…
Why I’m Running 13.1 Miles for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Welcome to St. Jude Sundays. This month I’m dedicating my Sundays to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month as I train and fundraise for the this December. “How did you get involved with St. Jude?” the stranger asked, glancing up at my hat bearing the St. Jude logo that…
