In the wake of today's tragedy in Las Vegas, I decided to change direction with the Blog article I had been writing for this week, as it brought up a great deal of reflection that I did not want to pass on processing, yet again.

Such devastating events of magnitude, either of natural disaster or terrorism bring cause for us to remember in our hearts, minds and prayers those who are going through such loss, pain and suffering. We identify with them, and in our own personal ways strive to share love through thought, deed and intention. We remember...

This week, my daughter started 4-year-old preschool, or as we say here in Indiana, “pre-K.” On the first day of school, she literally flew out of her classroom and declared that she had just had the “best day ever." And you know what? So did I. 

For the first time in my life, I’m alright with Cystic Fibrosis defining me. You’re probably thinking, what?! Luisa, are you claiming a defeat, are you succumbing to this disease? No, I’m pulling a Maxine Waters and reclaiming my Cystic Fibrosis, all of it. The good, the bad, the scary, and the uncertainty. All of it is part of my experience as Luisa-- just like I am hispanic and I am a woman, I am also Cystic Fibrosis.

It may seem like the last school year just ended, but it is already that time for the next school year to begin! Being educated and prepared for you (or your little one) can significantly reduce the anxiety of not only getting back to school, but also the next step in teaching independance and empowerment with CF. One key logistic pertains to taking enzymes or albuterol in school. Most states and districts have a medication administration form that needs to be completed. Please contact your CF center and get the forms completed before the first day of school.