Pat and I were together for 20 years and married for 8 1/2 years. He wasn't just my husband - he was my absolute best friend. He was diagnosed with Stage 4 colorectal cancer in 2017 and fought for 5 years. I always called him "Superman" because his strength and mental calmness was unlike anything else. 

We tried having a baby for so long and it wasn't working. After many years, his sister asked if we wanted her to be our surrogate. After much discussion, we agreed to it. Pat passed away in November of 2022 and his sister, Jen, was inseminated in December of 2022. We told him Jen was pregnant before he passed away - even though she wasn't. He was SOOO happy. Jen ended up giving birth to our baby boy on August 31st (one week after Pat's birthday). When I look at my son, I see my husband. His legacy still lives on. I am participating in the walk for my husband and for all the other men and women that lost their loved one.

I love you...more! Muuhhaa!