I've written about my fabulous friend Robin before, and I've talked about the inspirational journey her sister Becky underwent to find her awesome little man, Bek. But I'm not sure I have ever mentioned her youngest sister Marina.
And that is a tragedy, because Marina is so wholly, entirely, absolutely full of The Awesome. The entire Hewgley clan is the bees knees if you ask me, and Marina is no exception. She's simply lovely - kind and beautiful and funny and sweet. In fact, she is so wonderful that I plotted with Rob all through college to arrange it so that Marina and my brother would one day get married (and make us sisters by extension of course - maybe only slightly selfish motivation there).
The my brother/her sister thing didn't work out - turns out it is hard to set up people who have never met and live thousands of miles apart! :) But things work out how they're supposed to and Marina met her prince charming without our help. His name is Will; I've never personally met him, but trust me when I tell you that these ladies are REALLY good at picking wonderful life partners. I have no doubt that Will is fantastic, and I was so excited to hear of their recent engagement. Shortly after this gorgeous couple announced that they were planning to tie the knot, life threw them an ugly curve ball.
Their joy was interrupted by Will's cancer diagnosis and these awesome people are facing such a frightening situation with admirable grace, and most importantly, they are facing it together. I think they've got this marriage thing nailed already, don't you? Anyway, when I heard about this opportunity to help bring a little joy to their current journey, I couldn't wait to participate and also, to spread the word.
So...here is where you come in. If you are so inclined, please take just a moment and vote for Marina & Will to win an ultimate wedding package from Crate & Barrel; you'll need to register to be able to vote, but it only takes a minute and wouldn't it be awesome to help them turn some seriously bitter lemons into some sweet lemonade?
Spread the love folks; I don't know anyone who is more deserving! Marina & Will, I'm sending you love and strength and prayers (and hopefully votes too). I can't wait to see you kick cancer's ASS!
You are so awesome, April!! We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your love and support.
Posted by: Robin | February 08, 2010 at 05:21 PM
awwww you are the best! thanks for the sweet post...we are really hoping they can win!!!
Posted by: becky | February 08, 2010 at 06:17 PM
Oh my gosh, April...I am moved to tears! :) Thank you so much for the sweet post!!! Thank you so much for helping me spread the word- We're ready to win!!! :) Love you!
Posted by: Marina Hewgley | February 08, 2010 at 08:48 PM
Hi my beauty,
I voted . Can you vote more than once?
You are my hero.
Love and Misses
Posted by: Lee Ann Brock | February 10, 2010 at 10:48 AM
Voted! Your blog rocks. I would like a shoutout for one of the following - my human baby playing with your fur babies, accidentally drinking $100 bottle of wine or ... wait, am I allowed to ask for shoutouts? XO.
Posted by: Kimmilstein@yahoo.com | February 15, 2010 at 07:04 PM
Kim, always! Shout-outs are more than welcome. And yours? Have been NOTED. :)
Rob, Becky & Marina - hugs and misses to each of you. I can't wait to hear the contest results (and expect to be kept informed of Will's recovery too)!
And Mom, thanks. :) One vote I believe...but thanks for rocking it!
Posted by: bopril | February 17, 2010 at 12:32 PM