Through their eyes and mine: A Story of CMV, Deafness & Hope
A project in Edina, MN by Kathleen Smith007days
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Status: Active
Memoir, Education, and a Movement to Prevent CMV.
Backers: 12
Average Daily Pledges: $25
Average Pledge Per Backer: $48
Funding: $573 of $4,500
Dates: Apr 7th -> May 7th (30 days)
Project By: Kathleen Smith
Backers: 12
Average Daily Pledges: $25
Average Pledge Per Backer: $48
Funding: $573 of $4,500
Dates: Apr 7th -> May 7th (30 days)
Project By: Kathleen Smith
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Latest News
To All My Backers — Thank You for Being Part of This Journey 
April 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, I want to take a moment to personally thank each of you. Because of your support, I have raised $573 toward my $4,500 goal, and we are moving closer to the next milestone of $1,000 and beyond. This book, Through Their Eyes and Mine: A... (Read More)
LIVE Tonight + Day 10 Update: Let’s Raise CMV Awareness Together
April 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Final stretch—Day 10 update! Hello everyone, I’m in the final stretch of Day 10 of my Kickstarter campaign, and I’m excited to share that I’ve raised $505 so far. Thank you so much for your support—it truly means a lot. I also have... (Read More)
Update: Sharing This Journey on a National Stage
April 25th - via: kickstarter.com
“If this message resonates with you, I would be grateful if you shared this campaign with others.”I wanted to share something meaningful with you all. This summer, I will be presenting at the National Association of the Deaf Conference in San... (Read More)
18 Days Left. I Need Your Help to Bring This Book to Life.
April 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Backers, I’m reaching out with urgency and gratitude. With only 18 days remaining, I am working to reach my goal of $4,500 to publish my book, Through Their Eyes and Mine: A Story of CMV, Deafness, and Hope. So far, we have raised $255, and I... (Read More)
Working Toward My Goal—and Getting This Book to Print
April 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, I wanted to share a quick update and a goal I’m working toward. So far, I’ve raised $255 with 7 amazing backers, and I’m truly grateful to each of you who has supported this project. I set my goal at $4,500 to help cover printing... (Read More)
A Look Inside My Book + How You Can Help
April 15th - via: kickstarter.com
“Turning My Story Into Awareness, Education, and Hope” Hello everyone, My name is Kathleen Smith, and I am the author of Through Their Eyes and Mine: A Story of CMV, Deafness, and Hope. I wanted to take a moment to share a little more about... (Read More)
Help me rebuild momentum and bring this CMV awareness book to life.
April 14th - via: kickstarter.com
I wanted to share a quick update. Last night, the campaign was at $480, and this morning it dropped by about $250. I’ve learned that this can happen on Kickstarter, but I’m staying focused on building the momentum back up. This project means a... (Read More)
Why This Book Matters Now
April 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Good morning, everyone, I wanted to share a little behind-the-scenes of why I am writing this book. Working on this book has been both meaningful and emotional. It is not always easy to revisit personal experiences. Still, I know how important it is... (Read More)
The Story Behind Why I Started Writing
April 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, I wanted to share a little about what inspired me to start writing this book. My cousin, Nora McInerny, is someone you may have come across on social media. She hosts the podcast Terrible, Thanks for Asking, has given a TED Talk, and has... (Read More)
A look Into my book
April 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, Good Morning! I wanted to share a small glimpse into what this book is really about. This project is more than just a story—it’s a reflection of my journey, the challenges I’ve faced, and what I’ve learned along the way, living... (Read More)
Why This Project Matters to Me
April 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone, I wanted to take a moment to share a little more about why this project means so much to me. This book is deeply personal. It’s not just about my story—it’s about raising awareness of congenital CMV and helping others better... (Read More)
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