Friends with Cancer

Wil visited with 2 new friends who are in the hospital today fighting their battles with cancer. Their conversations reminded me of this picture... how only sometimes someone who is going through what you are can really get it. #cancersucks

from: TRUTH 365
Trading Places…Last year we introduced Lily Weaver (left) and Sadie Keller through The Truth 365. Lily was 5 years cancer-free and Sadie was in the middle of her battle. Today the roles are reversed. Lily relapsed and Sadie has finished treatment. We took this photo of the girls today. Sadie lives in Texas but was in Virginia for our friendSadie Murata's Celebration of Life this weekend.

We asked Lily and Sadie what this image represents to them and here is what they had to say.

Sadie says, “To me this photo shows how hard cancer is and how much support you need to face it. Only 6 months ago Lily was there for me as I was fighting cancer. Now, I am done with my chemotherapy, (hopefully forever), and Lily is in her fight again. I am glad I can be there for my friend now. You can’t do this alone.”

Lily says, “I don't understand why kids keep facing cancer. Isn't once enough?”

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Happy Birthday, Wil Ohler ! I am so lucky to be your mom. You fill our lives with laughter and show us what real strength is. Yesterday they celebrated with him at the cancer center when he came in for chemo. To say that you should never take life for granted has taken on a whole new meaning. I ask for prayers for the little ones who won't be celebrating another birthday. Send their families your light and energy for strength and peace. For Wil we ask that you do something today for someone else who will never be able to pay you back, spread kindness, love, and of course laughter. # wilswarriors # wilwins

Make A Wish soccer game

It has been awhile since I updated here. It is much easier to do from Facebook if you can follow his story there. CLICK HERE Wil has been struggling with the effects of chemotheraphy. The chemo has not been kind to his stomach, gallbladder, liver, or head. The good day was his MAKE A WISH faculty soccer game. March 15, 2018 Our family is humbled by the support of Wil and the Make A Wish foundation. Thank you from the bottom of our overflowing hearts, we love being a FLYER! -Thank you to Lori Condellire, Susan Dooling, & Beth Johnston for sharing pictures! A few members of the StepUp of St. Louis Teen Coalition presented a check from their budget for $100 to be used for Wil's Wish fundraising at the soccer game to day! So cool to see these kids in action. Way to go Truman Middle School for organizing such a fun afternoon. # wilswarriors # stepupstl

ALL in for Wil

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