One day at a time.


2026 is just days away and I’m tempted to take a long deep breath. What a year it’s been. Our family accomplished something that back in January felt impossible. Like everyone else December was packed with holiday magic making while also managing some engraftment side effects. Thanks to my 100%…
Transplant #2 is officially on the way and after over six months of delays I truly couldn’t be more thrilled. I know that sounds weird.…
Woof- September has been a doozy for the Mahans. We’ve had every virus school can throw at us, a broken bone and I had two…
Hi friends, it’s been a minute. I’m having a hard time focusing this post, a lot of life has happened. I could write about joy…
September 17th: pre-admission September 18th: Line placement September 19th– chemo conditioning begins September 25th– Transplant day (I’ll be admitted for around 5-6 days) It’s a…

I’m Danielle. Wife to Cullen. Mother of 3 wild spirits. Doing everything I can to stick around and watch them grow in to the humans they were meant to be.