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Rare but Resilient: "Our Why" discussed on the Playeasy Podcast, Aces is coming, & A1F updates
3rd annual Aces is approaching! Recent A1F updates & a deeper dive into the story behind the Austin 1st Foundation — a mission born from love, loss, & an unshakable drive to make a difference. After losing their son Austin to a rare genetic disease known as UBA-5, the Terlings turned their grief into purpose, founding an organization dedicated to raising awareness, funding research, & supporting families navigating the unknowns of rare diseases.

Mom & Dad / Co-Founders
Apr 274 min read
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Believe but I Don’t Understand
I don’t understand. That hindsight thing. God is using Austin’s story—through the Austin 1st Foundation—to help others.

Pam Terling - Austin's Mimi
Mar 194 min read
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The Joy In The Struggle
Lindsey and I tried to live everyday with Austin as if his tomorrow wouldn’t come. We would talk about ways we could live in the present whi

Anthony Terling
Oct 22, 20235 min read
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In The Wind
As you let a part of my soul fly- feel the comfort of my heavenly hug as you cry and again say good-bye. Although you can’t see me, I can...

Austin 1st Foundation
Sep 17, 20231 min read
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Everything's Lovely
Happy 10th Birthday, Austin! - I’ve always had a weird thing with numbers.

Lindsey Terling
Jun 27, 20234 min read
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Austin 1st Foundation
Apr 26, 20231 min read
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