I never imagined that cancer would become such a defining part of my life. It began with my father. Watching him battle multiple myeloma (MM) was heartbreaking. But nothing could have prepared me for what came next. Not long after my father passed, my daughter was diagnosed with stage IV non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). As a parent, there are no words for that moment. The fear is overwhelming. The instinct to protect your child is so strong, and yet, you are forced to stand beside them, praying and fighting in every way you can. I knew I had to do something. Running for Blood Cancer United (formerly LLS) became my way to fight back. With every mile, I carried their stories with me. I ran multiple marathons to raise funds for the Blood Cancer United, determined to make a difference. Every dollar raised brings us closer to a future where no family has to endure this journey. Every mile is driven by hope, and every donation helps bring us closer to a cure.
Judith
Family member and supporter
