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If you are on this page then you know what a bright light Meghan is to those around her. She is quite literally the nurturing force in most of our lives and now, she and her family, need some of that love. Meghan has been diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma in situ (DCIS) with microinvasion. What this boils down to is she's got some rude and jerky cancer in her milk ducts. The good news is that it can be treated with surgery. The harder news is that many of us (most of all, her family), rely heavily on her. So, that's where YOU come in! Please consider offering your support by way of hanging out with the kiddos (host a play date!), giving Meghan some love through texts, calls, visits, gifts or magazines (People, US Weekly, etc.), or providing some meals through drop-offs or Grubhub gift cards. Meghan will definitely love visits from friends once she is feeling up to it. She has a long, 8-week recovery period when she will be out of work and will have limitations on driving and lifting. Chris will also benefit from support as well while juggling caregiving, parenting, and work (though he may not admit it!). Meghan and Chris claim that they don't really need much but we know that there is no family more deserving of your love and support! Even little things will be helpful keeping them feeling safe and comforted during Meghan's recovery. Please see below list of tips, tricks, and allergy info.

Special Notes

Kid/Playdate Train Info: The kids' ages are: Felix (9), Flynn (7), Paige (4). Getting the kids out of the house will be a huge help in the early days after the surgery. Alternatively, simple activities to keep them busy while at home would be welcome as well (puzzles, games, crafts, coloring, etc.). Meal Train Info: *** Please note there is a child with a tree nut/shellfish allergy*** If you'd like to drop off a home-cooked meal then here are some likes/dislikes as well as some general recipes they enjoy. You can also go to the "wish list" and buy a restaurant or instacart gift card so they can buy meals and groceries, or some of the staples mentioned below. Likes: Chicken, Steak, Pork, Salmon, Shrimp, Eggs, Fish, Bread, Garlic, Ricotta & Feta Dislikes: Ground beef, Lamb, Blue Cheese, Gorgonzola, Goat Cheese, Mint, Too Spicy Recipes they enjoy: Greek Shrimp over Pearl Couscous or Orzo, Roast Chicken with Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing or Veggies, Mac n Cheese, Curry, Pasta dishes, Ham Sliders, Lasagna Soup, Sausage or Any Risottos, Steak Sandwiches Because picky kids are a THING, feel free to go wild with the grown up meals and keep the kid's with some of their favorites: Grilled Cheese/Tomato Soup, Pilgrim Brand Chicken Nuggets, Burgers (beef or turkey), Spaghetti or Ziti & Meatballs, Hot Dogs, Character Fun Yogurts, Pancakes, American Cheese, Red Seedless Grapes, Strawberries and Ranch Dressing. Anything fun and filled with sugar is always a winner, ;) Takeout Options are vast and feel free to have fun with it. They're partial to Thai, Chinese, Mexican or Sushi. Kids enjoy Cheshire Pizza, McDonalds and Taco Bell (or a Grubhub gift card and they can choose their own).