While I Was Sleeping – Sarah Moral

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  I had status epilepticus: a life-threatening condition in which the brain is in a state of persistent seizures. Definitions vary but this condition has always been considered a medical emergency with continuous or recurrent seizures causing the loss of consciousness. I was intubated.  … Continued

My Journey – Sarah Moral

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  I’ve been keeping these events in my diary.  I thought of sharing it with you, my family and friends who support me endlessly.  I also took advantage of this day that I feel strong.  This is my journey.. (you … Continued

My battle has just begun – Sarah Moral

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Exactly 16 days ago, I was diagnosed with Leukemia. Despite all the tests, medications, complications and even the first chemotherapy I recently went through, the thought of having Leukemia hasn’t really sunk in yet. Everything just happened so quickly. Cliché … Continued

There is a Season

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“….To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted….” … Continued

Remembering Karen

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Troy Pajarillaga remembers his sister Karen by making a video about her. Karen, a beautiful, young and vibrant lady, full of life and promise has touched the lives of others and continues to touch each of us today.  May her life … Continued

A Vessel for Gifts – Ella Cabanlet

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When I decided to keep on threading the path bestowed upon me, I have prepared myself for a long wait. I have made”patience” as my everyday mantra as I expect more pain and unexpected abnormal laboratory results for several months, and even years, more. … Continued

Karen needs BMT

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Latest doctor’s recommendation on leukemia patient Karen Pajarillaga is that she needs to undergo a Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) as soon as possible, to take advantage of the remission window that she is currently experiencing. As Leukemia is a race … Continued