Carrie Legge, was born on September 2, 1980.  She is 28 years old and happily married to Brandon with 4 beautiful children, Brandon Jr., Tommy, Savanna, and Gavin.  Carrie grew up in Frederick, Maryland - living on Shookstown Road for most of her life in "the house that Bob built" with her parents, Cathy & Bob, and siblings, Emily & Michael.  Carrie was the typical "baby" of the family - lingering with Cathy & Bob to all of their dinner parties, dates, movie nights at home, and other events.  Cathy & Bob were so used to having Carrie around, it would seem unusual for them to go out without her.  Carrie was adored by all of their friends and neighbors, so they never minded her tagging along. 
 
As a child, Carrie was quiet but said a lot with her bright blue eyes and shy smile.  When she was around her family, she would let loose and get silly!  There were many summers spent with all the cousins at the beach.  We would put on talent shows, fashion shows, practice our Redskins cheers for Grandad, jump the ocean waves while singing "Hangin Tough!" haha and just enjoy being with each other.  We are all lucky to have those memories and to have grown up in such a large and loving family.  And of course- we all remember Carrie's obsession with the New Kids on the Block! Her boyfriend for many years was Joey McIntyre.  It probably was around the time that she met Brandon when she finally let go of Joey! :o)
 
Carrie & Brandon were married in 1998.  Their "how did you meet?" story trumps most others!  They were driving around Frederick in separate cars with friends.  At a stop light, Carrie's friend noticed that in the car next to them was someone she knew.  They motioned to each other to pull over & it was during that encounter that Carrie & Brandon met.  The rest is history!  They have both been lucky since that day to have found each other!  Carrie was immediately head over heels.  Carrie & Brandon have four children together, who know her as "the best mommy in the world!"  Family has always been important to Carrie, but it is obvious when you see her with her children.  She does her best to give them everything they need and then some!  Carrie & Brandon have continued the summer beach tradition - taking their kids on vacation with family & friends. 
 
Carrie graduated from Hood College with a degree in Education.  She is a teacher at Spring Ridge Elementary School.  It is no surprise that her students and co-workers think that she's pretty special too!
 
In 2000, Carrie's father, Bob, was diagnosed with Lymphoma and faced a battle to fight for his life.  Bob went through similar treatment, as well as a bone marrow transplant.  This was an emotional, financial, and physical challenge for Bob & his family.  Carrie was devastated to say the least when she heard about her father's illness.  She supported him every step of the way - literally!  Carrie, Cathy, and dear family friend, Karen Fink, participated in the 26.2 mile marathon for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society several years ago in honor of Bob.  Together they raised $15,800 for the organization.  Luckily, Bob was able to come out on top & has been cancer free for 8 years!  
 
It is hard to imagine that lightening would strike twice.  On September 8, 2008, Carrie was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblast Leukemia.  She is currently receiving treatment at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore.  Carrie continues to be our role model and is pushing through this adversity.  She is undergoing chemo treatments and is having  a bone marrow transplant on January 20, 2009.  Carrie will remain at Johns Hopkins throughout her procedures & treatments, hopefully returning home by the end of March.  We are all keeping our fingers crossed and our prayers flowing!  Please join us in our efforts to support Carrie, Brandon, and their family!