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Sophia is
Blood Cancer United

Janna

My wife and I would have never heard of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) if it were not for losing our 12-year-old daughter on March 12, 2013 to undiagnosed leukemia. If you've heard me speak of my daughter Sophia, you've heard this word: perfect. Her laugh, her eyes, her beautiful smile were all perfect. Sophia was a loving, kind and compassionate child. She loved her friends, her dogs (Katie & Daisy), and her family. Perfect. Sophia's story is very different from others. From first symptom to her death was three days. 
 
The support and empathy from LLS have changed our lives forever. Reaching out to people who know our pain and can understand how our lives will never be the same brought comfort. The work of LLS through Team In Training, Man & Woman of the Year, and especially Light The Night continues to change the lives of my entire family. We are dedicated to honoring Sophia through The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. 
 
My wife and I have decided to live our lives and include Sophia every step of the way. We will never forget Sophia and the joy she brought to our lives for 12 years. It was truly a blessing and an honor to be her mother and father.

Guy

In Memory

We are Blood Cancer United.

Everyone affected by blood cancer—patients, survivors, caregivers, researchers, advocates, fundraisers, everyone—has a story. Share yours.
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Michele

Leukemia Survivor

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Kamal

Leukemia Survivor

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Lynette

Volunteer

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Deanna

ALL Survivor

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Todd

Volunteer

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Luke

leukemia

Audience members gather in a small performance venue as a speaker shares a personal story on stage under purple lighting. The event highlights the power of storytelling, blood cancer awareness, survivorship, and community connection for people affected by blood cancer. People seated in an intimate theater setting watch a performer speak on stage beneath purple and blue lights. The image represents blood cancer storytelling, advocacy, and the sharing of lived experiences that help others feel seen and supported. A storyteller performs before a live audience in a cozy venue illuminated with purple stage lighting. The event showcases personal stories about blood cancer, resilience, and the healing impact of community and shared experiences.

Adam

leukemia

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Imani

myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS)

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Jennifer

Mother and caregiver

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Cody

large granular lymphocyte leukemia (LGLL)

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Jarvis

Pre-B acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

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Savanna

pre-B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (pre-B-ALL)

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is now Blood Cancer United. Learn more.