Inspiring Young Adults

Matt Ortiz

Matt Ortiz

In Memoriam of Matt Ortiz (April 23, 1984 – May 13, 2008)

matt-and-meMatt and his sister Mary

To Give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.”  Steve Prefontaine

To contact the Ortiz family, please email: ortiz@carolynrubenstein.com


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A beautiful and inspiring book. Each page is a gentle reminder that life is a gift and every moment should be celebrated and embraced with passion and gratitude. The lessons shared within these pages are not only for those of us who are fighting cancer but for all of us who struggle to live a life with purpose, joy and meaning.

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