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I could not go into the book's details, but it is a great book to read. I can relate to this book because I have an early stage of lung cancer. Yes, you heard me right lung cancer as of yesterday. It talks about a 3-year-old boy with cancer, a rare cancer in children. You must read it because it will hit home somewhere? I'm doing a review on the book, so I could not tell anymore about the book. I will when I get finished writing the review.
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I'm really sorry to hear that. Hope you're doing good and that it's not at a stage of malignancy.
I can specially relate to this book and you, as my grandmother died of cancer and it left everyone, in my family, shocked. I'd definitely like to read your review once it's up.
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This book is a must read. My nephew recently got diagnosed with cancer and reading this book was a comfort. It is such an inspiring story and educates you on neuroblastoma, a rare cancer. The proceeds also go to charity which is beautiful. I am recommending this book to my family!
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Kathy Pierce 7 wrote: 10 Sep 2023, 16:51 I could not go into the book's details, but it is a great book to read. I can relate to this book because I have an early stage of lung cancer. Yes, you heard me right lung cancer as of yesterday. It talks about a 3-year-old boy with cancer, a rare cancer in children. You must read it because it will hit home somewhere? I'm doing a review on the book, so I could not tell anymore about the book. I will when I get finished writing the review.
I am sorry to hear about your news, Kathy! Your story proved the reason to read the book: you're not alone, and the struggle is real. Even though I am blessed that I don't have cancer, I know several people who went through the cancer battle. There was one common trait all of them had: resilience.
“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift and that is why we call it the present.” - Eleanor Roosevelt
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Thank you so much for doing so. I can wait to read your review.
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This feels very emotional for me already. I just hope that I have enough heart to carry it. I look forward to your review.
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This is a story of hope against hope and serves as an inspiration for anyone struggling with a health condition or caring for a family member or friend who is. I salute the family's strength and courage and I thank them for sharing their story.
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Really touching so glad you were able to heal can't wait to read your review.
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Post by Jaituni Sanghavi »

I’m so sorry to hear that. I hope and pray that you get through this with faith and strength. I have had cancer survivors in my family and I know you would be one as well. Sending prayers!
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Its so painful but all in all prayers are the strongest wipons and God will hear your prayers.
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I am really sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I pray and hope that all goes well for you. This book is an inspiration that can help others along their own journey.
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I was attracted by the little boy on the book cover and the book's title. So instinctively, I knew he had suffered cancer. But I was even more overwhelmed by the severe cancer he had gone through affecting the kidney, the blood, and the brain, yet he survived. It's remarkable indeed.
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Kathy Pierce 7 wrote: 10 Sep 2023, 16:51 I could not go into the book's details, but it is a great book to read. I can relate to this book because I have an early stage of lung cancer. Yes, you heard me right lung cancer as of yesterday. It talks about a 3-year-old boy with cancer, a rare cancer in children. You must read it because it will hit home somewhere? I'm doing a review on the book, so I could not tell anymore about the book. I will when I get finished writing the review.
This narrative embodies resilience in the face of adversity, offering inspiration to those grappling with health challenges or supporting a loved one in such circumstances. I commend the family for their strength and courage and express gratitude for them sharing their story.
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I'm really sorry to hear that. Hope you're doing good and that it's not at a stage of malignancy.
I can specially relate to this book and you, as my grandmother died of cancer and it left everyone, in my family, shocked
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