We are all faced with incredibly challenging moments in our lives but occasionally you hear about amazing people fighting for survival. 

Annie Leinen is a young mother of three beautiful children. She is a friend and mentor to many women including my good friend Holly, and she is fighting to survive stage 4 melanoma.  From what I can tell, from the Leinen family's Facebook page, Annie is a strong woman who probably doesn't realize it but she's already created miracles. By sharing her story and reaching out for help, she has shown all of us how the world can bind together to do great things.  I think about Annie, her husband and children often and I wish them a long and healthy future together and I smile because thinking of Annie also reminds me of the power and love that can be shared between total strangers. 

To learn more about Annie and her family please visit the Leinen Family Facebook page.