Crystal, one of our cherished Band Back Together members, just learned that her 5-year old son has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. They have set up a Caring Bridge site to keep people up to date on Jack's journey; there is also an email address to send Jack get well ecards and cards or packages can be forwarded as well (please email me or any of the other Band Back Together members if you'd like more information). We're also using the #jackonaut hash tag on twitter to send Jack messages. And if you click through to Band Back Together's post, you can get the code necessary to display "Jack's kicking cancer's ass" button on your blog.
Jack is a super upbeat, happy little guy, and his mama is one of the strongest women I know, but everyone needs all the support, love, prayers, juju, or whatever else you believe in they can get at a time like this.
Another you can do - not just for Jack, but for people everywhere - is to join the Be The Match bone marrow registry. For the month of January, American Express is covering the cost of the kit (and it's SO easy: all you have to do is swab the inside of your cheek and mail it off). (Again, click through to Band Back Together's post for more info and links.)
I'm sending my first care package to Jack on Monday. And I might ask some friends to do some cards for a card bundle too. He's such a sweet boy, I just want him to keep his spirits high. <3
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this. I'm disqualified for the registry because of my own medical history, but I can pass along Jack's info and have posted his button on my blog. Sending Jack, Crystal and their family much love and prayers.
ReplyDeleteHurry up and get better soon Jack. This is a good reminder...I need to update my info with Be The Match. I registered 19 years ago in college and they still keep track of me. It's awesome!
ReplyDeleteGrr. Tried registering for the Bone Marrow site. Can't do it until tomorrow since I'm military spouse. I have to call and make a special appointment.
ReplyDeleteI've asked a friend who works the afterschool program at school to make cards for Jack. I'll get something together this week to send to Crystal and Jack.
Also: Fuck Cancer
You ROCK, Dawnie. <3
ReplyDeleteI'm disqualified, too (never mind the fact that I don't live in the States - heh). Thanks for sharing the love!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Oh, you rock! That IS awesome! :)
ReplyDeleteAww, Tooks. You're awesome, lady. <3
ReplyDeleteChibi, you rock. Love you girl!
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