This year marks our 8th year walking, and we are so excited to do it together once again. What started as a small effort has grown into something truly incredible-thanks to all of you, we've become a National Team and have raised over $80,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation across multiple states.

Luca is now 7 (almost 8 in July!), and he continues to amaze us every single day. He is thriving on Trikafta, staying strong through his daily treatments, and living life as a happy, energetic second grader-obsessed with Pok\351mon, animals, and just being a kid.

We are also so intentional about helping Luca live his life to the absolute fullest. This year, that meant checking off a true bucket-list experience-traveling to Morocco and Spain, where he got to ride camels through the Sahara Desert. Watching the wonder on his face in a place so magical and far from home was something we will never forget. Moments like that remind us why we fight so hard-for a life filled with adventure, joy, and memories that feel bigger than this disease.

Not every day is easy. It takes a lot for a young boy to stay committed to treatments, but Luca shows us what strength really looks like. Lately, we've even caught him doing his treatments on his own-something that fills us with pride... and a little heartbreak too. "Vest time" has been our special time together since he was just 9 months old, and watching him grow up so quickly is both bittersweet and such a blessing.

We thank God every day for his health, his strength, and that he hasn't needed any tune-ups. We don't take a single moment for granted.

This year's walk is especially meaningful as we honor Pop-Pop, Luca's biggest supporter, who we lost last year. We would love for you to consider making a donation in his memory to a cause that meant so much to him.

Please join us for our 8th Great Strides Walk with Luca's Gladiators on May 16th. If you're able, we would be so grateful for your support-every dollar brings us closer to a cure.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for loving Luca, supporting our family, and standing with us in this fight.

We can't wait to walk with you very soon!