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This is the odd greeting we extend on the listservs when yet another stunned parent joins our undesirable ranks. None of us ever dreamed we would be in this position and not one of us would wish this on our worst enemy, but all of us will tell you that we see life with different eyes now, embrace our families with greater love, and have been unexpectedly blessed with wonderful friendships we otherwise would not have made. So, whether you are a parent still reeling from the shock of your child's diagnosis, a battle-weary veteran of the childhood cancer war, or a dedicated medical professional seeking to understand the other side of the coin, we welcome you warmly to our little corner of the web, thank you for visiting, and pray you will find in our pages some hope, inspiration, beneficial information, and encouragement.

Last month the National Cancer Policy Board of the Institute of Medicine released the highly anticipated report Childhood Cancer Survivorship: Improving Care and Quality of Life.

This report reviews the current state of childhood cancer survivorship and proposes a comprehensive policy agenda that links improved health care delivery, investments in education and training regarding late effects, and expanded research to improve the long-term outlook for survivors.
Click HERE to read the report.

We were very honored and proud to be collaborating partners of the 3rd annual Conquer Kids' Cancer Gold Ribbon Days in Washington, DC

Looking for something special for someone special that will also help kids with cancer?

How about giving NCCF's colorful original 2003 calendars designed entirely by our heroes.

100% of the proceeds from this calendar will fund research and fighting childhood cancer!

Check out Annie's marvelous fragrant candles, each featuring a courageous young cancer warrior or one of the delightfully adorable Boyd's Bears www.anniesflowersandscents.com and help fund research and help us, too!

Give some much needed hope and encouragement to a friend who is facing bone marrow transplantation with a glimpse of celebrating life on the other side of BMT BMTInfoNet - Celebrating Life 2003 Calendar featuring our own Katie H. from our Faces of Courage.

Want to see a Childhood Cancer Awareness USPS first class stamp? So do we! Find out more about it and what you can do to help. www.kidscancerstamp.org

Court Overrides FDA Pediatric Rule A federal judge decided last month that the FDA overreached its authority in attempts to enforce the "pediatric rule," a regulation that would require pharmaceutical sponsors to conduct pediatric studies on drugs used to diseases similar in children and adults.

Conquer Kids Cancer Gold Ribbon Days in September and One Voice was there! We were honored to be one of 25 collaborating partners for the second annual Conquer Kids Cancer Gold Ribbon Days on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC this past September. Read all about it and check out the pictures.

Thank you to our own Cyndee for the great shots! Start saving your pennies now and be a part of Gold Ribbon Days 2003.

Words from a broken-hearted mother

"Before I was a cancer Mom,
I loved my daughter more than myself and life at that.
After she was diagnosed, I knew that I would die for her.
Before I was a cancer mom, a bruise meant a milestone normally.
After, a bruise caused fear to run through my veins, and my dashing to the
phone to confirm her platelet count one more time.
Before I was a cancer mom, the little things were important, but maybe I
didn't always count them.
After I was a cancer mom, the little things were EVERYTHING.
When I was a cancer mom, I rocked and held my little girl and thanked God she
was at least alive and living.
Since becoming a bereaved mom, I rock myself to sleep and ask God,
" Why isn't she alive and well?"
When I was a cancer Mom, I laughed and played and knew not to take one day
for granted.
Since becoming a bereaved mom, I pray the days go by as fast as possible
so I can be with my child again.
When I was a cancer mom...I held my child.
Since I became a bereaved mom, I hold her picture."

Written By
Christy Fitzpatrick
Mother of Jordyn Ashleigh Fitzpatrick
March 30, 1998-May 8, 2000
Acute Myeloid Leukemia dx March 24, 1999

"Our work is but a drop in the ocean, but without that drop, the ocean would be less."

Mother Teresa

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