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Childhood Cancer Stories

Amanda

“I’ll be back!” – Amanda Amanda’s sights were set on playing college softball, her dream since she made the high school varsity team as a… Read More »Amanda

Childhood Cancer Stories - Aidan

Aidan

“My brother is my hero. He works hard and never gives up.” – Keely, Aidan’s sister When Aidan started limping around the house, his parents… Read More »Aidan

Childhood Cancer Stories - Penelope

Penelope

“After two to three weeks, I’m freaking out because I wondered if the chemo was working.” – Nazia, Penelope’s mom When the doctors discovered a… Read More »Penelope

Joe

“I will survive because I can’t go!” – Joe Joe is a 15 year old who loves sports, especially swimming, and is a kind and… Read More »Joe

Morgan

“Morgan is amazing!” – Michael, Morgan’s brother The family’s living room sounded like a raucous concert hall. As parental calls to do homework fell on… Read More »Morgan

Childhood Cancer Stories - Julian

Julian

“I think I’ll just be happy today.” – Julian “You’re gonna hear tumor, you’re gonna hear cancer and you’re gonna hear little hope, but ignore… Read More »Julian

Childhood Cancer Stories - Zoe

Zoe

“She never wanted to stop, she’s not a quitter. She just kept going.” – Julie, Zoe’s mom In the midst of a child’s fight with… Read More »Zoe

Childhood Cancer Story - Max

Max

“Don’t Give Up!” – Max A tube sticking out of your chest might seem scary to most kids. Most kids aren’t Max though, who was… Read More »Max

Childhood Cancer Story - Amber

Amber

“Mom, are you going to be strong enough for me? Because I’m strong.” – Amber When Amber’s mom, Theresa, explained that Amber’s chemotherapy might cause… Read More »Amber

Childhood Cancer Stories - Mia

Mia

“It’s amazing to me how it doesn’t even phase her.”  – Melissa, Mia’s mom Personality isn’t a problem for Mia, a vivacious 6-year-old who loves… Read More »Mia