A Mom on a Mission .......

Being a Mom is one of the most joyful experiences that a woman can feel. After carrying this child for several months - you can't wait to see his or her face. You begin to "dream" of what they will look like, act like - how you will take care of them, and what you will name them. You pray endlessly that they are healthy and "just perfect". All those feelings are feelings of  the normal Mom. What I find to be so funny is that - the squished up funny looking baby that comes out of you is by far the most beautiful thing you have seen in your whole life.  You are just in "awe" and you know - you will feel that way when they graduate high school, leave for college, get married or if they sadly are no longer on this earth.


Karen Schrah feels the pain of losing her son, Zachary Schrah everyday - especially on Mother's Day. When Zachary passed away in April of 09-  Karen knew that she had to do something to help other Mother's not ever experience the pain that she was dealing with. With all her feelings - heart and soul she start Living for Zachary.

Living for Zachary is a non-profit organization with a mission dedicated to saving young lives from Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). The organization was founded in honor of Zachary Schrah, who was only 16 years old when he collapsed during a high school football practice in Plano on April 2, 2009. After Zachary’s death, Living for Zachary was established to raise awareness of undiagnosed heart issues in teens. 

Karen is so thankful for the the 16 beautiful and amazing years that she got to spend with Zachary and looks forward to helping and raising awareness to other parents about SCA. A Mom truly on a mission. 

To all the Mother's around - Happy Mother's Day from the Living for Zachary family!!