Wonders & Worries Newsletter - July 2016
The Forgey Family
“Wonders & Worries helps the whole family cope together, turning something that could potentially be devastating into a life-giving process and we are truly grateful for every person who makes this gift possible.”
When Jenny Forgey became pregnant with her son in 2007, she began to experience unexplained health issues. Her husband, Justin, also suffered from a chronic health issue as well as epilepsy, but fortunately, his seizures had been under control for many years. In January 2016, however, Justin suffered one grand mal seizure that was witnessed by the children. Justin and Jenny realized at this point that they could no longer manage the emotional trauma their illnesses were causing the children.

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Donor Spotlight:
Chris Cashion
“What appealed to me was the amazingly unique approach Wonders & Worries had for addressing the concerns of children and their families dealing with illness. It was an approach different than any other organization that I’ve heard of before.”
Chris Cashion, owner of Renewal by Andersen Window Replacement, was introduced to Wonders & Worries two years ago by his company’s President who is also a Wonders & Worries client. Chris felt moved to support Wonders & Worries, so he reached out to express an interest in helping any way he could. He recently joined the board and his company started giving back through the Millennium Society.

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8th Annual Texas Mamma Jamma Bike Ride
Join us for the 8th Annual Texas Mamma Jamma Bike Ride to be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016 in charming historic Martindale. Funds raised through the Mamma Jamma Ride go to nine local organizations, including Wonders & Worries, who help Central Texas families facing breast cancer.
Who: New riders, seasoned cyclists and everything in between! With routes from 15 miles on up to 100, there’s something for EVERYONE at the Mamma Jamma Ride.

What: One of the best supported, most fun, bike rides in Texas

When: Saturday, September 24, 2016, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Where: 409 Main Street in Martindale, TX

Why: To help those with breast cancer

How: Register for a nominal $25 fee then fundraise the rest of your entry to help those with breast cancer. Riders must raise $300, adult students $200, and children register for $50 (fundraising optional) with a participating parent.
Register Today!.
Therapeutic Tip
What I Did Over My Summer Vacation
At the beginning of every school year, there tends to be the assigned essay regarding “What I Did Over my Summer Vacation.” If the essay isn’t assigned, the topic still tends to be discussed either openly in a classroom or between classmates. For children and teens with a parent undergoing treatment for a serious illness, this assignment may feel insensitive. These children may not have had the summer that they expected with free time, vacations, trips to the zoo, or the opportunity to go see a movie, for examples. Summer vacation has a tendency to feel carefree and rejuvenating, but this simply doesn’t happen for some children.

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What I Know About Cancer
With a new group, we often do an activity called “What I Know About Cancer / Questions I Have About Cancer,” to gauge their knowledge around their parent’s illness. This creates a great group discussion amongst the children and teens and shows our staff members where they need to fill in the knowledge gaps. Our last group came up with these facts and questions. Our favorite – a little girl asking if her dad’s radiation treatments would make him glow in the dark!
The Millennium Society was formed as a sustainable funding initiative to support the general operations of Wonders & Worries. To become a part of the Millennium Society, a donor must pledge to make a minimum annual donation of $1,000 for three years. Multi-year investments in the mission provide this sustainable funding and allow Wonders & Worries the ability to plan ahead and meet the needs of our program growth each year.

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Celebration of Life
Guests put on their finest togas to party with the Spazmatics for the 4th Annual Heather Gabbi Celebration of Life event! Proceeds from the event, including a fabulous silent auction, raised more than $20,000 for Wonders & Worries. We look forward to another great Roman themed event next year.  Save the date for Saturday, September 9, 2017!
Upcoming Events
Texas Mamma Jamma Ride
September 24,2016
from 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
No Worries Classic
October 21, 2016
from 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Unmasked
February 24, 2017
from 7 p.m. – Midnight
Consider making an investment in the mission of Wonders & Worries so we can provide more professional support for children through a parent's illness.
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