Chasing the Light

Details: In this week's entry, I provide a detailed health and vision update. Specifically, I share the results from my recent ultrasound and the status of my liver enzyme count. Also, I share my experience with an unexpected running injury to my foot, and the severe symptoms that followed. Lastly, I discuss our upcoming trip to Philadelphia for my 18-month vision assessments in the LCA5 clinical...

In this week’s entry, I share my recent experiences connecting with others who are currently losing their vision. Listeners will learn proactive suggestions for individuals who may lose their vision in the future. Specifically, I recommend resources, trainings, nutrition tips, and services that may benefit those individuals who are affected by blinding diseases. Finally, listeners will hear my exp...

In this week's entry, I share the details from our most recent snowboarding adventure. Listeners will learn about my past experiences with this awesome winter sport and the recent challenges caused by my vision loss throughout the last decade. It was so special to be able to share a piece of my youth with my family, but it was discouraging to recognize the effects of my retinal disease in my adult...

In this week’s entry, I share the details from our eventful first week of the new year. Listeners will learn about a health concern that could be potentially related to my vision condition, Lebers Congenital Amaurosis. Also, I discuss our latest travel adventure and the challenges I experienced as a result of my blindness. Let’s just say, we are in for a wild 2025 if the rest of this year reflects...

In this week’s entry, I am thrilled to be joined by my husband Zach and our two sons, Lucas & Jaxon! This is an unfiltered and unscripted authentic edition in celebration of reaching 50 podcast journal entries! Listeners will enjoy a candid conversation between the Rambo Family which includes some fun rapid-fire questions for the whole crew! We couldn’t think of a better way to welcome 2025! Happy...

In this week’s entry, it is my pleasure to introduce my new friend, Audrey Joy! Listeners will have the opportunity to hear Audrey’s incredible vision story and learn about our newly discovered bond through blindness as LCA5 sisters! This is a super special entry that I can’t wait to share with everyone! Enjoy a lovely & original tune sung and played by Audrey at the end of our interview. As alway...

In this week’s entry, I share the details from my birthday week and the wonderful blessings I experienced from some very special moments. Specifically, I discuss the beautiful connections made during the National Clinical Trial Webinar, a race to remember, and the awesome news of having my book purchased for sale in a local farm market! Listeners will hear the details about my birthday book launch...

In this week's entry, I share the recording from the Foundation Fighting Blindness Clinical Trial Webinar on December 7, 2024.  Specifically, I recorded the Panelist and Q&A session of the event in which I was honored to share my clinical trial experience alongside two other panelists (parents of children in clinical trials).  It was a wonderful opportunity to learn about the various active clinic...

In this week’s entry, I share another significant detail about my book, Joyfully and Faithfully Fit and the positive impact that may result with the purchase of each copy. Also, listeners will learn about the local businesses who are interested in including my book in their market inventory in the months ahead! Finally, I discuss the upcoming National Webinar on Clinical Trials which I will serve...

In this week’s entry, I share hosting hacks to keep in mind while welcoming blind and low vision guests into your home this holiday season! 🎄 Listeners will hear a few of my personal experiences with this topic and suggested solutions to the struggles I encounter when I enter an unfamiliar environment for the first time. Thank you all so much for supporting Chasing the Light! Have a blessed and b...

In this week’s entry, I am so excited to announce the official release date of my book Joyfully and Faithfully Fit! Also,  listeners will have the opportunity to hear me read the introduction from the book and I will share the behind the scenes details of my book writing process over this past year!  As I read the introduction, I hope listeners gain a greater understanding of the difficulties asso...

In this week’s entry, listeners will hear a recap of our family’s October fun which includes long runs, basement finishing projects, and two very exciting announcements! We tied up many loose ends last month and I am super thrilled to share some awesome news with you all! Thank you so much for supporting Chasing the Light!

In this week’s entry, I eagerly share the latest results from my one-year post surgery vision assessments in Philadelphia. Throughout tow full days of testing, we had the privilege to learn that I have gained another increase in vision since February (6-month appointments). I am excited to share the details from this most recent visit to the University of Pennsylvania! Thank you all for your conti...

In this week’s entry, listeners will hear a flashback entry which combines my pre-surgery and post-surgery entries from last September. New Chasing the Light listeners will have an opportunity to gain a great understanding of the mental, physical, and emotional aspects associated with my participation in the LCA5 clinical trial and surgery. Additionally, our faithful- from-the-start listeners will...

In this week’s entry, I share a behind the scenes look into my year of wandering and pondering the next season of my life. I discuss the many emotions I experienced while I dealt with rejection after rejection during my job search this past year. Listeners will learn the details about the many closed doors I encountered and how they lead me to the beautiful opportunities I have today!

In this week’s entry, I share the details from our recent move to Virginia and a recap of our first summer in the new house. Listeners will learn about my experience navigating our new community with my visual impairment. Also, I include a highlight of the reactions I continue to receive as I meet new people and tell them I am legally blind. For those of you who have been waiting on the full scoop...

In this week’s entry, listeners will learn about my most recent vision and life changes as we head into the summer season! We are busier than ever, but super pumped to share some exciting news about our next chapter of life! Finally, the 17th Annual Baltimore VisionWalk is this weekend (June 2nd) at Latrobe Park! Come out and walk with our team Jeepers Creepers or give any dollar amount to support...

In this special entry, listeners will have the opportunity to hear my recent interview as a guest speaker at the VisionWalk Kickoff event. The interview was facilitated by a fiend and fellow VisionWalk Planning Committee member who prompted an authentic conversation about my experience as a participant in the LCA5 clinical trial. This was my first time publicly speaking about my vision story in fr...

In this week’s entry, I am excited to share the positive vision changes over the past month! I took a brief break from recording to turn my attention towards some other tasks, but I am thrilled to be back with you today! Life is busier than ever and I continue to be optimistic about the beautiful and bright future ahead! Thank you all so much for listening and supporting the podcast!

In this week’s entry, I share the results from my most recent visit to Philadelphia. Listeners will have the opportunity to hear details from my two full days of vision assessments and the changes that occurred from pre-treatment to post-treatment at this point in the LCA5 clinical trial. It has been a roller coaster ride of emotions since I began the trial 9 months ago, but I remain grateful for...

In this week’s entry, listeners will have the opportunity to dive into the part of my vision story which I tend to avoid the most. Emotions become more authentic than ever as I share confessions that I previously hid deep within my soul. This was a difficult entry to record, and I urge everyone to listen to this without their little one’s nearby (at least for the first portion). My hope is that li...

In this week’s special entry, I have the honor and privilege to interview the Footman Family (Tiffany, JJ, & Dominic) and gain their perspective of blindness. Specifically, Tiffany and JJ shine a light on parenting a child who is blind and Dominic shares his personal experience as he navigates the world with severe visual impairments. Listeners, grab a tissue and prepare for a heart-warming, genui...

In this week’s entry, listeners have the opportunity to learn about how blindness affects the tasks of daily life and adaptations which may assist in achieving such tasks. I share the happenings on a typical Tuesday starting with my faith & fitness and ending with how I make dinner for my family. I hope this entry shines a light upon new ideas which may not have been considered by typically sighte...

In this week’s entry, I share 3 new and positive vision changes. I describe the noticeable increase in my central vision and overall acuity. Next, I provide the details of my most recent special project and the mixed emotions associated with the process. I lay it all on the line in this one, so let me know your thoughts! 📧 CTLpodcastjournal@gmail.com

In this week’s entry, I provide a current vision and life update! As our annual Baltimore VisionWalk quickly approaches, I share the origin story of our team Jeepers Creepers and the reason why we walk in Baltimore. Additionally, I discuss this year’s blindness awareness event in our local community! Finally, I express my deep desire and passion for connecting blind/visually impaired individuals t...