NICE DAY #12: MINNESOTA Vikings Photographer

We were so excited to grant this Nice*Day to one of the most positive humans we have ever met.  Erika experienced cancer at a young age, beating it and going on to serve as a nurse in a child oncology ward.  Her coworkers enthusiastically nominated her family for a Nice*Day.  

Upon getting to know Erika it was clear she was very passionate about her family and her profession, as well as the Minnesota Vikings and photography.  A huge thank you to the Minnesota Vikings organization for providing her with such a wonderful, extraordinary experience.  

Here is a link to many of the photos she took - what wonderful moments she captured!
​https://www.vikings.com/photos/rucks-favorite-photos-from-the-vikings-lions-game
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The family was able to attend the game, with Erika working the sidelines as a photographer.  They then were able to stay overnight in a nearby hotel and enjoy extra time together.  Thank you to those who have given to Have a Nice Day Foundation to help support this effort.  

A Minnesota Vikings recap, "Photography Experience Means the World' to Oncology Nurse Fighting Cancer"
​https://www.vikings.com/news/photography-experience-means-the-world-to-oncology-nurse-fighting-cancer

Everyone's favorite storyteller, Boyd Huppert, featured her on Land of 10,000 stories: 
​https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/land-of-10000-stories/nurse-with-incurable-cancer-stays-at-bedsides-of-her-young-cancer-patients/

Erika was also recognized by the Today Show for her positive attitude and service to others:
​https://www.today.com/video/meet-the-nurse-who-treats-kids-with-cancer-as-she-battles-breast-cancer-92999749675

Boyd's story about the event: ​https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/land-of-10000-stories/twin-cities-nurse-with-cancer-surprised-with-new-suv-during-national-broadcast

Finally, Erika was honored as a Hometown Hero by the Minnesota Vikings at a later game:
​https://www.facebook.com/minnesotavikings/videos/hometown-hero-erika-rucks/1869076196567884/