Struggling during the Holidays with cancer ❄️ The Reason Angel Tree Started ❄️

Struggling during the Holidays with cancer ❄️ The Reason Angel Tree Started ❄️

by | Dec 4, 2014 | Angel Tree 2014, Jamie's Blog, Jamie's Hope News

Going through cancer treatment for me has been a great struggle to keep up with everyday duties and especially during the holidays. Every single day I wake up thinking how am I going to get through the day and get stuff done (sick, low energy, or just don’t feel good) whereas before cancer I woke up everyday with energy thinking what am I going accomplish or get done. The first year I was I on treatment for my 4th cancer relapse (targeted therapy and chemotherapy-2012) I experienced a new struggle that I had never encountered with my previous cancer treatments. We had our daughter, family that we always hosted which I did almost all the shopping for (25-40 people) and the Christmas lunch. I love shopping (so it’s fun and not work, lol) but it was a lot when I was healthy with normal energy, so when the holidays arrived I didn’t know how I was going to get through it. Thank god I have a support system and we could afford to pay for help as well when needed!!!!!! Many families that go through cancer may lose part of a salary or all of it when they can’t work and on top of losing income cancer is EXPENSIVE!!! I have always said… I don’t know how families with lower to middle incomes get through this due to all the added costs of cancer. One day I am going to add a list of all the expenses that cancer can add to a person or families. Ex. Prior to this cancer relapse I cooked and cleaned ALOT more, since...
Our Very First Newsletter!! Did you get yours?

Our Very First Newsletter!! Did you get yours?

by | Dec 1, 2014 | Jamie's Hope News

Welcome to our very first newsletter! I hope you’ll enjoy keeping up with what’s happening at Jamie’s Hope. From event coverage to new programs and my personal blog, I hope you’ll enjoy what we have to share with you! Please feel free to email us and let us know what articles you like and as always, we love a healthy dose of constructive criticism as we are striving to improve daily! CLICK HERE TO READ MORE! If you’d like to be included in our newsletter distribution, events and more… let us know at...
Baldies!!

Baldies!!

by | Nov 23, 2014 | Jamie's Hope News

Baldies!! Another one of our favorite baldies made the cover @Cmyers55! I promise… This isn’t a cult thought it was too funny… Had to take a pic of all the baldness Lol #BaldIsBeautiful Thanks for participating Stan! #Texans -Jamie
Patty!!

Patty!!

by | Nov 19, 2014 | Jamie's Hope News, Rock Your Wristbands

It’s #WristbandWednesday! Are you rockin’ some #JamiesHope bands? Share will us so we can add pics to our @jamieshope page! We love our amazing #volunteer, Patty!! #ENDcancer
Focus On Hope: Debbie

Focus On Hope: Debbie

by | Nov 3, 2014 | Focus On Hope Photos, Jamie's Hope News, Photo Gallery

Focus On Hope is a year round program where those battling cancer can request to capture a special moment in their journey. Watching your hair fall out can be devastating. Like Jamie and Debbie, many choose to shave their head, rather than allowing cancer and chemo to dictate when they lost their hair. You can choose to take control of this part of your journey, and allow us to help you document this most memorable event. This is a complimentary service! If you would like to capture and embrace this time in your life, please join us for an intimate, complimentary photoshoot where makeup, hair & photography professionals have joined together to offer their services free of charge to help create a great experience for you. To take advantage of this opportunity or donate your professional services, please email us at photoshoot@jamieshope.org Click any of the images below to enlarge. ©Copyright 2014 Celebrate Life...
The Jamie’s Hope Third Annual Masquerade for a Cure Gala was a Sell Out

The Jamie’s Hope Third Annual Masquerade for a Cure Gala was a Sell Out

by | Oct 31, 2014 | Masquerade for a Cure, Masquerade for a Cure News, Press Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Jamie’s Hope Third Annual Masquerade for a Cure Gala was a Sell Out Summary|An A-list crowd joins together to raise funds for personalized medicine research at MD Anderson Cancer Center  Houston, TX |October 31, 2014 – The already gorgeous Corinthian in downtown Houston set the stage for the exquisitely decorated, frost-themed evening boasting towering crystal candelabras, aerialists, ice queens and more this past Friday as tuxedos and ball gowns flooded the room at the Jamie’s Hope Third Annual Masquerade for a Cure Gala presented by I.W. Marks Jewelers. For the first time, the gala benefiting targeted therapy research at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, sold out with 300 guests in attendance. The guest list surely impressed with attendees such as Cal & Hannah McNair and Brian & Megan Cushing. Also in attendance were devoted supporters and Honorary Chairs of the gala; Brad & Joanna Marks, Kevin and Caroline Walter, Chris and Jenny Myers, Bob Allen, Chita Johnson, John and Elizabeth Ehrman, Dr. Quang and Staci Henderson, Katie McCall, Brent Milam and Lara Bell, Angela Lipsey, Dr. Lamar and Theresa Roemer, Michael Chabala, Fred and Karisa Gallucci, Billy Frank, Trey and Jessica McCreary, Peter Remington, David Thomas and Lauren Thomas. Each year the Jamie’s Hope Foundation works hand-in-hand with EnVogue Events to produce this over-the-top event and they have yet to disappoint. With in-kind sponsors such as DJU Productions, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House, Jackson and Company, Houston Party Tent and Event, Over The Top Linen, The Perfect Affair Special Events, and Lounge 4 Events, Jamie’s Hope is able to provide a...
“Cancer & Cowboys Suck!”

“Cancer & Cowboys Suck!”

by | Oct 6, 2014 | Jaime's Photos, Jamie's Hope News

Set as the featured image of CBS Houston’s article, Jamie Gilmore & Garrick Glascock hold their sign reading “Cancer & Cowboys Suck” at the Houston Texans vs Dallas Cowboys game on Oct. 5, 2014! #GoTexans #Texans4BCA #JamiesHope #CBS Check out the article here:...
Jamie’s Hope Founder & Inspiration, Jamie Gilmore, featured on the cover of Absolutely Memorial!

Jamie’s Hope Founder & Inspiration, Jamie Gilmore, featured on the cover of Absolutely Memorial!

by | Oct 6, 2014 | Jaime's Photos, Jamie's Hope News, Masquerade for a Cure 2014, Masquerade for a Cure News, Media

If you don’t receive this magazine in your mailbox… here’s a great reason to start! Jamie’s not only the cover photo but Absolutely Memorial Publisher, Lara Bell, wrote a three-page article speaking on Jamie’s daily struggles. We at Jamie’s Hope are eternally grateful for the opportunity for Jamie to share her story through AM. Lara, from the bottom of our hearts… Thank You! Check out the digital version of Absolutely Memorial here: http://issuu.com/absolutelymemorial/docs/memorial-october-2014/1 Lara Bell and her husband, Brent Milam, are serving as Honorary Chairs of Jamie’s Hope Third Annual Masquerade for a Cure Gala on Friday, October 24, 2014. For tickets & more information on the gala, please visit www.JamiesHope.org/Masq2014 or email...
TEXANS FAN’S BIG HEART LANDS HER BIG SURPRISE

TEXANS FAN’S BIG HEART LANDS HER BIG SURPRISE

by | Sep 19, 2014 | Jamie's Hope News, Jamie's Hope Videos, Media

HOUSTON (KTRK) — The theme for Thursday’s game is “Texans Care,” and the Texans gave their fans the chance to win a set of tickets to see it in person. Contestants had to write a 250-word essay about the volunteer work they do and how it’s impacted others and themselves. Nova Sprague, an echocardiographer at MD Anderson, won. “I do ultrasounds on hearts, and so we make sure our cancer patients aren’t getting chemotherapy that will affect the heart,” says Sprague. She spends about 15 minutes with her patients daily and gets to know them well, but she has a special place in her heart for Jamie Gilmore. “She’s very hopeful. She cares about anyone involved with cancer, the patients and their families,” Sprague said. In 2012, Gilmore’s cancer — acinic cell carcinoma — relapsed for a fourth time. During treatment, Sprague performed cardiac ultrasounds regularly and got to know how big Gilmore’s heart really was. “It’s giant. Giant heart, it’s awesome,” Sprague said. Because Gilmore’s cancer is so rare, she started her own charity, Jamie’s Hope, to help raise funds for cancer research. “I’ve always been looking for something to do charity-wise, and it had a connection with MD Anderson, so I thought it was perfect for me,” Sprague said. When Sprague learned about the “Texans Care” contest to award volunteers with tickets to Thursday night’s game, she knew her work with Jamie’s Hope was perfect. “When we met, that’s the first thing we talked about. She goes all the time, and so we bonded on the Texans to begin with,” she said. She applied in a heartbeat....
5 Weeks & 1 day!!!

5 Weeks & 1 day!!!

by | Sep 18, 2014 | Featured, Jamie's Hope News, Masquerade for a Cure News

SOOOOO EXCITED!!!! We have some exciting auction items lined up but could use some help on landing some more!! If you know anyone willing to donate for this great cause, please let us know! We’ll be uploading all items online prior to the event, promoting them for up to two weeks and then displaying everything with provided marketing materials at the gala We try our hardest to make sure companies who donate to our mission receive the best visibility we can provide. Thank you to those who continuously support us! We sincerely appreciate it Please email Amanda@JamiesHope.org with any...