With both Luis and Nicole unable to work, with a new baby already here, the weight of these challenges is immense. Yet, even in the midst of this heart-wrenching battle, they are surrounded by a community of love and support.

 In April 2024, Cathy was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer, a new challenge in her already remarkable life. Even in the face of this difficult diagnosis, her love for her family remains her driving force. Through chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and an upcoming surgery, she continues to fight with the same resilience and determination she has always shown.

At just ten months old, Quinn's journey took an unexpected turn during what we thought would be a routine doctor’s visit. We mentioned a concern about his right eye, which seemed to move slower than his left. Three days later, we found ourselves at Riley Children’s Hospital, sitting in the pediatric ophthalmologist's office, hearing words no parent is prepared for: retinoblastoma—cancer of the eye.