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My 4-year-old daughter Elena (Ellie) was diagnosed with a rare form of pediatric lymphoma, Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma - Not Otherwise Specified (PTCL-NOS) in January 2024. This is so rarely seen in children that there is very little research and information available. Her illness came on suddenly and aggressively, and we spent months in and out of ER visits, hospitalizations, tests and procedures before we finally figured out why she was sick.
She is currently being treated at AFCH - UW-Madison. Her treatment plan involves chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant.
"Elena" is a name of Greek origin that means 'bright, shining light' and I picked this name because she is my light. When I was pregnant, I experienced the loss of my best friend, my first two dogs, as well as my guinea pigs and rooster. It was a lot of grief to handle during a pregnancy, but she was, and still is, the shining light that keeps me going even in the darkest of times.
Ellie is a very well loved little girl. As a baby, she was exceptionally social and very happy. Her smile was infectious, and we were often asked if she was always so happy... and we would enthusiastically reply, "Yes, she is!" Even when she was sick, she would be giggling through it. Her naturally positive attitude kept us going through the pandemic, and forced me outside of my comfort zone. She was so social and outgoing from the very start, that we easily began to make a network of wonderful friends. Everywhere we go, there is someone whose day is made by seeing her smile.
But now, she needs help to keep her shine going. It is us who need to be her light in a dark time. We have all experienced a lot of trauma during this journey, and we are calling on our village for support. We want to to be happy, healthy and shining on for years to come.
Please consider making a small donation and sharing Ellie's story with others to help us pay for her cancer treatment plan and the small comforts she will need during her stays in the hospital. Even sending your prayers, thoughts and positive vibes Ellie's way would mean a great deal to us.
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Thank you on behalf of my Bright, Shining Light. May her light never dim.
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