The Childhood Cancer Blog
The Childhood Cancer Blog
Earlier this year, Jimmy Gregg, the top ranked high school punter in the U.S., committed to Syracuse University. He has a bright future of booming punts in the Atlantic Coast Conference, playing under Coach Fran Brown and one of college football’s most dynamic new coaching staffs, building his reputation as a leader both on and off the field.
Through his love of football, Jimmy found his leadership spirit as a fundraiser and volunteer for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF).
Looking back on his high school... Read More
Dorothy was diagnosed with pediatric cancer in 1977. She remembers her time in the hospital playing and coloring with other kids, the pain from her surgery, and her 6-year-old roommate who did not survive.
Despite her personal connection to the cause, Dorothy did not get involved with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) until recently when childhood cancer re-entered her life. Her friend lost their 4-year-old daughter to leukemia. Now Dorothy gives monthly in hopes that her consistent donations will add up to cures.
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Dear Alex,
It has been a long time since I wrote to you. It is not for lack of thinking about you; of course I think of you often. Sometimes I think about the girl you were and all the sweet and fun times we had together—it still makes me smile every time I picture you laughing.
Other times, I am haunted by all you endured in your life—when I look back there are times all I can see is how terribly hard your life was. It makes me sad, and makes me worry if I was the best mom I could be at those moments. Did I say the right things and offer what you needed in those moments... Read More
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