Before we scroll past our screens, it is worth taking a deep breath and holding a rare blessing close. Today is a golden day, one that sparkles with magic and joy. Libby and her twin sister Hannah turn 11 on the 11th—a unique moment where 1 + 1 feels like it becomes 11 in the most beautiful way. It is a day filled with wonder, celebration, and the kind of childhood magic that can light up an entire home.

This month has already been sprinkled with the simple joys of life: snow days that invite laughter and play, sweet treats that bring comfort and delight, and moments of giggles and silliness that remind everyone of the pure happiness childhood can offer. Each day feels like a gift, a reminder to cherish every smile, every small triumph, and every memory made along the way.

For Libby, however, this birthday shines even brighter. She has been bravely facing medulloblastoma since she was just five years old. Years of treatments, uncertainty, and challenges have tested her courage, yet her spirit has never wavered. Through it all, she has shown a resilience and strength beyond her years, teaching everyone around her that true bravery is not the absence of fear but the determination to move forward despite it.

And then, in late October, came the miracle every parent dreams of: another clear scan, marking three full years cancer-free. The tumor once called “Earl” is gone, and Libby now embraces life with a joy that seems heaven-sent. She runs, swims, laughs, learns, cuddles her pets, and celebrates each new day with a vitality and happiness that inspires everyone fortunate enough to witness it.

Through every step of this journey, Libby’s family has stood beside her with unwavering love and steadfast faith. They have shown that while cancer may test the body and spirit, it can never claim the heart, the joy, or the dreams of a child. Their courage, devotion, and belief in miracles have helped shape the path that has led to this golden day.

Today, we celebrate more than just a birthday. We celebrate a life that shines bright and brave, a victory over fear, and a miracle that fills hearts with hope. Libby’s story reminds us all that even in the face of life’s greatest challenges, love, resilience, and faith can create moments of pure magic—moments worth holding close forever.