Aiden’s Joy
In the months before Aiden’s diagnosis, something just didn’t feel right. Once a thriving and energetic toddler, he began to show signs that, at first, seemed minor—but his parents knew better. It was the end of the COVID era, and Aiden,
Mighty Joey
“Her bloodwork is consistent with Leukemia” the six words that changed our lives forever. In November 2020, in the middle of the covid pandemic, I brought my generally just not feeling well 6-year-old Joey to her pediatrician’s office. As my third
Giza’s Story
When Giza was born in 2012 she was admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit due to birth complications–a harbinger for the many health issues she would face in her childhood. Tragically, before she even turned one, Giza was diagnosed with
Gabriel’s Story
When Gabriel was just four years old, in 2016, his mom, Rachel, noticed an unusual discolored lump on his body during bathtime. Gabe didn’t know how it came to be so Rachel contacted his pre-school and father to ask if he
The Hanson Family
Isabella Hanson–sweet little Izzy–was born on November 23rd, 2018. Her mom and dad, Laura and Josh, and her big sister, Nia, were simply in love. Life was good and simple at the start. Nia, a talented dancer, had several classes a
The Danoff-Storcks
When you make the decision to have children, the moment they take their first breath they are in your care. You want to protect them, do everything you can to keep them safe, put them in bubble wrap
The Velez-Rivera Family
Dylan’s mom told us, “As a mother we have senses that are hard to explain. I always knew from the beginning that something wasn't right.
Princess & Madison
Maddie is a marvel--it's unquestionable. This girl's smile beamed as soon as she arrived at the retreat. She was the oldest of the group, yet, she got right in there with the younger kids to throw water balloons, paddle a kayak, ride a horse, hold a snake, or show off her incredible acrobatic skills.
Erica & Josie
Erica has this advice for the caregivers of children with cancer, “Find other families in the cancer community and tell each other your stories. There is strength is hearing what others have been though.”
Maximus Strength
One of the hardest moments came in May of 2018, when they received the phone call that Max had relapsed. The oncologist called, somber and apologetic... "I'm sorry Sarah, it's back, there's three new tumors and we suspect there's more."
