Vanessa's Adventures

In this episode, Mac & Donna join us again for their weekly meeting. As ever, they bring their humor, joy, and love to our feed.

In this episode, Mac and Donna join us again for their regularly scheduled "V Sync," a meeting they host every week (on Teams, as is their corporate right). They share their updates each week so Vanessa can be "synced up" with what's going on in their lives. Continuing as part of the "visual" series, Mac & Donna are our first people to be featured on the video...

In this episode, Amanda shares updates about fun trips with friends to the mountains as well as some cool developments in her Army training, including language training. Stay tuned for what she ends up studying for this next exciting chapter.

In this special episode, Donna & Mac recap their visit to see Vanessa. Such a fun and special visit, we know this memory will be cherished for years to come.

In this episode, we've isolated Courtney Thomas singing "You & I" so you can pop it on any time you want to hear her sing to you! This song is Vanessa's "go-to" karaoke song!

In this episode, Katie Ann shares an update from IPAP, reflecting on almost being through her last first week of school, and sharing ideas about what she wants to do after graduation!

In this episode, Jo shares a recent memory, from her visit with Vanessa on 11 May 2024. Katie Ann flew in from San Antonio, Becca drove in from DC, and Jo drove up from North Carolina to have a girls day with Vanessa. Listen to this when you want to remember how fun it was to be with the OG #VSBR girlies! (The last time we were all together was your Ironman!)

In this episode, Amanda shares an update about her Army training. She's doing some water training, something Vanessa excels at! Her update spans fun parties with friends and hard training in the Army, expressing through it all how much she misses you, Vanessa. Here's to the next visit and maybe some swim training for Vanessa, too!

In this episode, Katie Ann shares an update about her first few days of school, and gives us a little insight into what it was like for her and Vanessa to be at IPAP together, swapping stories about hot instructors and difficult classes!

In this episode, Katie Ann shares exciting news -- she's starting her last semester of IPAP! She also shares how the race went , a bit hilly and the ankles were hurting, but they all persevered and channeled Vanessa's energy the whole time.

In this episode, Courtney Thomas shares how You and I has been stuck in her head, and every time she hears it she thinks of Vanessa. Everyone knows You and I is Vanessa's go to karaoke song, so this is a special treat to have Courtney sing part of it for us. Song Starts At ~15:05

In this follow up episode, Jo shares a memory from the vault about the time when Vanessa came to visit Jo in Columbia, SC to do support her during a CrossFit competition.

In this episode, Katie Ann shares a big life event -- she's completed her junior year at IPAP.! Channeling Vanessa's energy helped get her through this year -- V inspires us no matter where she is or what she's doing.

In this episode, Johanna updates Vanessa about her finals, her future jobs, Taylor Swift, and Bridgerton!

In this update, Mac & Donna record live together. After weeks of battling technology to chat, they were able to meet up and do a recording together. The video portion of the recording can be found at: It's always great to see their smiling faces. https://drive.google.com/file/d/15nBsbo-wMPIezd7Y-09W_5HvK3k1UuY7/view?usp=sharing

In this episode, Mac & Donna share stories from their life, including new friends, old friends, wine and more. Two more updates until Mac & Donna are there in person! Something to look forward to in the meantime.

In this episode, Amanda shares some updates about life recently. Having just run a 55k (!!!), Amanda shares how awesome it was to run it and how much she wishes V could have been there. CCC continues, with a big test now behind them about TLPs (and how much it sucked!) Reminds us all about the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Army.

In this episode, Kailee shares that she plans to make a wig for Vanessa using her hair that she has been growing out. Her hairdresser is on board and won't be charging her for the cut! Vanessa is in her wig era, we can't wait to see how it all turns out! In her own words: "I've always felt like my hair had a purpose since I am so lucky to have such thick strong hair, strong naturally long hair. I...

In this episode, Katie Ann shares some updates from IPAP and how excited she is to get a break from school. During her break she'll be running a race with Matt and visiting her sister. Katie Ann is counting down the days until she can hold your hand, Vanessa. Keep getting stronger and watching those silly videos for a smile.

In this episode, Courtney Thomas drops a note reflecting on what a great visit she had with Vanessa, reminding us all about how beautiful and cohesive the Munro family is, and even though something difficult has happened, they remain as connected as ever.

In this episode, Mac and Donna share excitement over springtime in Seattle. The chickens have finally started laying eggs again and things are going well!

In this episode, Annette shares a story of how her run reminded her of Vanessa during her marathon, reminding us all of how strong and capable Vanessa is to do such incredible physical feats. Next time you're together, wine and macaroons (macroons? macrons?) is a must. Give your mom's hand a little squeeze, V.

In this episode, Donna and Mac share excitement over the return of the cherry blossoms and the beauty of spring. UW is always its most beautiful this time of year, and they make a plan to send a video of the quad to Vanessa to share in that beauty. Video Portion: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RuCacwNSo8752JmFpzbHZGxu-Q0CSwQC/view?usp=sharing

In this episode, Donna and Mac share updates about their current activities. Mac finds herself in Canada, while Donna continues to hold down the fort at home. They share stories of some other adventures, including a trip to Leavenworth! They hatch a plan to do some karaoke for Vanessa next time they're together. To watch the video that accompanies this episode, see below!https://drive.google.com/f...

In this episode, Annette Munro, Vanessa's aunt, sends love from California. She shares her excitement and happiness of all the progress Vanessa has made, and reminds us all to have another "kick a$$ day!" Raising a toast to our girl Vanessa!