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What I Never Thought I'd Put to Paper
I suppose I should start from the beginning—that is the fear that has lingered in the back of my mind since his craniotomy. It’s been...
Angel Gail
Oct 21, 202448 min read


5,000 for 5 Years
Have you ever known, before something happened, what it would ultimately mean to you? I know, odd, but once this particular surgery was...
Angel Gail
May 28, 202310 min read


Warrior Strong
“He needs to go on long walks every day.” That’s what Preston’s surgeon, Dr. Valle, prescribed during Preston’s time at home between...
Angel Gail
Apr 29, 20236 min read


Rare Disease Day Official!
What does rare mean to you? Oftentimes it seems as though the term rare is used in our daily lives when speaking about our routines and...
Angel Gail
Feb 28, 20234 min read


MBS Ambassador of the Year
We all have specific dates in our lives that hold significance for us. Some dates are reminders of joy and excitement. Maybe it’s the...
Angel Gail
Jan 26, 20237 min read


Governor Reeves Declares October AVM Awareness Month in MS
It’s not every day you wake up and get ready to see the leader of your state. This morning is different. There’s an excitement in the air...
Angel Gail
Sep 27, 20224 min read


Trip to Naples, FL to see Dr. Valle
With every part of me, I truly believe that God put Preston at the right place with the right doctors that cold January night he rode in...
Angel Gail
Aug 30, 20227 min read


I Share Preston Strong on the Miss Mississippi Stage
This is it. The moment every appearance, speech, and Preston Strong event has led to. Tonight, I shared my heart and passion with...
Angel Gail
Jun 24, 20221 min read


My Published Article In The Southern Tiding's
“God gives His toughest battles to His strongest soldiers.” That’s what they told me as I held my brother’s hand in the Pediatric...
Angel Gail
Jun 1, 20223 min read


The 4-Year Anniversary of Preston's Lifesaving Surgery
“God gives His toughest battles to His strongest soldiers.” That’s what they told me as I held my brother’s hand in the Pediatric...
Angel Gail
May 21, 20222 min read


My Visit with Mississippi's First Lady
The agenda for today is a first for me. Today I'm traveling to the Governor's Mansion in Jackson, Mississippi. I have never been before,...
Angel Gail
May 18, 20222 min read

The First AVM & Aneurysm Awareness Walk for Preston Strong
The very first AVM & Aneurysm Awareness Walk for Preston Strong was a success! I am overwhelmed by the support received over the weekend...
Angel Gail
Mar 27, 20222 min read


I Take Preston Strong to Schools!
This is quite possibly maybe my favorite part of the job, that is of a delegate for Miss Mississippi. Preston's story inspires hope and...
Angel Gail
Mar 2, 20222 min read


Ambassador for The Aneurysm & AVM Foundation
"We're thrilled to welcome AVM advocate, Angel Gail, as our first Awareness Ambassador for The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation." - The...
Angel Gail
Jan 18, 20223 min read

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