Wednesday, February 4, 2015

#TeamMickey - Helping to Hold the Hand of A Child Fundraiser


Wow! It's February 4th already! I've been participating in #IWSG for several months now and the support has been amazing. Thank you! 

 The awesome co-hosts for the February 4 posting of the IWSG will be Gwen Gardner, Dolorah, Sarah Foster, and M. Pax!

 I'm going off topic from writing this time around and I'm focusing on fundraising efforts for childhood cancer. Please read the story below of Mickey Reeves from my community who is now battling his way through cancer for the second time. 

Team Mickey
Helping to Hold The Hand of A Child Fundraiser

Any child can have cancer. Nothing you do or say, not even love, can stop it. It doesn’t discriminate based on race, financial status, or the age of a child.

It was 2008, when Mickey was 10, he began exhibiting concerning symptoms and in January of 2009, he was diagnosed with Medulloblastoma, a highly malignant brain tumor. He would endure radiation and chemotherapy and more surgery to stop a massive GI bleed. He would lose the entire use of his left side and learn how to walk again. He would receive blood and platelet transfusions as a side effect of the chemotherapy. He would endure intensive rehabilitation. 

Eventually over time, he fell back into the normal swing of things. After home tutoring, he returned back to school in the 8th grade and in true Mickey fashion continuously made honor roll.  His strength and determination has been incredible.  Mickey is now a junior at Tappan Zee High School. Last year he and his family learned there was a new growth and they have been managing his healthcare and again we stand united to support him in his courageous battle against brain cancer.

Can you help us out? If you are a business please make a generous donation of food, gift certificates or services.  If you are a family or individual please make a generous donation of money or buy some raffles for some spectacular prizes.

On Sunday March 8, 2015, 2pm, we, the friends of Mickey Reeves, will hold a fundraiser at the Knights of Columbus in Blauvelt, New York. The event will feature an afternoon of live music, with a couple of talented bands, Dead Mile Dance and Sum of The Others. There will be many opportunities to win amazing raffles and prizes. Food, beer, wine and sodas will be served. 
We have reunited again to continue our journey and we need your support. No man, woman, or family is an island, we live in a community where people pitch in to help when things get rough.

Prayer is powerful and your thoughts and prayers are greatly appreciated.

If you are not local and would like to contribute please visit... http://www.gofundme.com/teammickey ~ No sum is too small!

Thank you for your time and thoughtfulness!

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Best wishes,
Donna M. McDine
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30 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2015 at 8:01 AM

    A wonderful post to read, Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 4, 2015 at 7:53 PM

      Thanks for dropping by. I'm glad you did! Thanks for your never ending support! Best, Donna

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  2. Crystal CollierFebruary 4, 2015 at 9:33 AM

    We had the opportunity this last weekend to help with a collection and donation of time/supplies to our local homeless shelter. What an amazing experience! Is there anything better than giving of yourself of time to those in need? Situations where children suffer with severe health complications, it breaks my heart, but I'm so grateful for everyone who steps up to ease their suffering.

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 4, 2015 at 7:54 PM

      Yes, paying it forward is a huge reward. It's so heartwarming when people step up! Best, Donna

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    2. Crystal CollierFebruary 11, 2015 at 1:08 PM

      And truthfully, when we give, we get the biggest reward, right?

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  3. Chrys FeyFebruary 4, 2015 at 11:09 AM

    That's a great fundraiser, Donna! I am praying for Mickey. <3

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 4, 2015 at 7:54 PM

      Every prayer is a huge help. God bless.Best, Donna

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  4. Kai Strand, AuthorFebruary 4, 2015 at 12:13 PM

    My prayers are with Mickey and his family, friends and your community. What a wonderful support system.

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 4, 2015 at 7:55 PM

      Thank you for your never ending support and your blessing of prayer! Best, Donna

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  5. Alex J. CavanaughFebruary 4, 2015 at 3:15 PM

    What a remarkable and brave young man. Many prayers for Mickey and his family.

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 4, 2015 at 7:56 PM

      Thanks Alex. He is and watching his group of guy friends rally around it is overwhelming! Thank you for the well needed prayers.Best, Donna

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  6. L. Diane WolfeFebruary 4, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    How wonderful! I hope they raise a lot of money.

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 4, 2015 at 7:56 PM

      The way the community is stepping up is heartwarming. Thanks for your well wishes, much appreciated! Best, Donna

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  7. Beverly Stowe McClureFebruary 4, 2015 at 8:27 PM

    Events like this restore my faith in people. There are more good than bad. It's so sad when children have diseases like this. My prayers are with the family. Thank you for letting us know, Donna.

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  8. Donna McDineFebruary 4, 2015 at 8:33 PM

    Thanks for your well wishes and prayers...much appreciated! It is heartwarming how the community is pitching in. Best, Donna

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  9. Angela WooldridgeFebruary 5, 2015 at 5:12 AM

    All the best for Mickey, thanks for sharing this Donna, I hope the fundraiser is a success.

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 7, 2015 at 4:44 PM

      Thanks Angela! Your support and prayers are appreciated! Best, Donna

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  10. Tyrean MartinsonFebruary 6, 2015 at 1:05 PM

    Prayers for Mickey and the team! Thanks for sharing!

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 7, 2015 at 4:57 PM

      Thanks Tyrean! Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated!

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  11. J.H. MoncrieffFebruary 8, 2015 at 11:18 PM

    Sad to hear about Mickey. Hope he ends up being okay.

    I lost another friend from cancer just before Christmas. It is a horrible disease.

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 9, 2015 at 1:37 PM

      Hi J.H., thank you for your warm support, much appreciated. My sincere sympathies of your friend. No words can describe it. God Bless! Best, Donna

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  12. LisaFebruary 9, 2015 at 3:13 PM

    Wow, what a great thing that you've put this up on your blog. Cancer is so scary. I have had many friends, children and adults alike, who have suffered from this disease and so appreciate how you are helping them out.
    I wanted to message you or email you, but don't know where to find your contact information. Alex, Ninja Captain, gave those of us who are A to Z Challenge co-hosts this year a list of folks who had said they'd like to volunteer to be helpers, minions, to be exact, and I was wondering, if no one else has already snapped you up, would you like to sign on with my team? We have six, including me right now, but need a few more to make it easier on all of us. We'd love to have you on our team if you'd like to join us. Just let me know, thanks, Lisa celticadlx@gmail.com

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 9, 2015 at 4:15 PM

      Hi Lisa, my sincere sympathies of your loved ones suffering or suffered from cancer. Your warm wishes are appreciated.

      Thank you for asking me to join your A-Z team, but I've already joined C. Lee McKenzie.

      Best,
      Donna

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  13. LisaFebruary 9, 2015 at 3:15 PM

    Oh, and I forgot, I have a good friend, Jane Ellen Freeman, who has also published her children's books with Guardian Angel Publishing! That's so cool!

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 9, 2015 at 4:16 PM

      Small world! Yes, I've "seen" Jane on the GAP boards. Best,
      Donna

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  14. Connie ArnoldFebruary 9, 2015 at 5:04 PM

    Cancer is such a terrible disease, and it is especially sad when children are affected by it. It's wonderful that you all are doing this to support and help your young friend. Praying for Mickey and that your fundraiser will be fruitful!

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 9, 2015 at 5:09 PM

      Hi Connie, thank you for your heartwarming support, it is truly appreciated! Best, Donna

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  15. cleemckenzieFebruary 13, 2015 at 11:04 AM

    Nothing more tragic than a child with a life-threatening illness. You're wonderful to lend your support for Mickey. All my positive thoughts go out to him.

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    1. Donna McDineFebruary 13, 2015 at 4:57 PM

      Hi Lee, thanks for dropping by. Unfortunately, Mickey past away. We are continuing with the fundraiser on March 8th. Thanks for your positive thoughts. Best, Donna

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    2. cleemckenzieFebruary 16, 2015 at 11:39 AM

      Very sad to hear that. It's hard to lose anyone, but to lose a young person brings such heartache.

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