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Saturday 24th Feb
In July 2022 my son Benjamin was lethargic vomiting and very unwell. We brought him to a walk in clinic over the weekend and they said he had an ear infection. The next day his eye was swollen shut. After being in and out drs offices and the ER. Bennie was admitted to our local hospital for a sinus infection. A couple days later we were sent home with antibiotics. But just a few days after being home Benjamin began feeling ill again, stomach pain, vomiting and fatigue. I knew something was wrong so we ended up at SickKids. After bloodwork and a couple hours in the ER. My husband and I were led to another room where the doctor told us they found blast cells in Benjamin’s bloodwork and they suspect he may have cancer. Within 30 minutes we were brought up to the oncology floor at SickKids and admitted. The next morning we met Benjamin’s incredible oncologist and his team and they confirmed his diagnosis of Acute Lympoblastic Leukaemia. A plan was set in place, Benjamin had surgery to have his port inserted and chemo began. Benjamin went through 9 months of intense treatment and is now in the maintenance stage of his treatment. He is doing really well and expected to finish treatment this October 2024. 

During Benjamin’s treatment, I found a lump under my chin and began testing and scans to investigate what it was. After two inconclusive biopsies I had an invasive surgery called a left neck dissection, removing my sublingual and submandibular gland along with 25 lymph nodes. After surgery I was told I had a rare aggressive cancer called adenoid cystic carcinoma. I then had 33 rounds of high dose radiation to my head and neck. 

At this point in time Benjamin and I are both doing well and grateful for our medical teams and of course Wellspring. Wellspring has been a huge part of our families healing journey. The boys love playing in the playroom and I love connecting with other patients and caregivers. The art therapy, yoga and reiki programs are some of my favourites. 

We’d love your support in fundraising for wellspring! Thank you xo 

Thank you to my Sponsors

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Esther Sabet

You are a true inspiration! Even though I don’t know you personally, I cheer you both on for your bravery, strength, and kindness to others. Thank you 💖

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Dale Willard

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Cesar De Melo

Love you ❤️

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Carlos Carvalho

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Brad Carr

So happy to support you and Benjamin

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Luisa And Tony Faustino

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Morris Family

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The Peterson Team

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Sarah Zajac

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Denise ( Business Card) Pisani

One of the strongest mommy’s I know! Your love, dedication and commitment you have for your family and your cause is unbelievable. You are truly inspiring! Praying always for you and Benny! xoxo

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Leahann And Innes

We are so pumped for you guys tonight! Wish we could be there. Lots of love 💛

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Bernice Potvin

Watched you on TV today, always asking how you all are and continue to hold you up on prayer. Bernice Potvin (Mitch's mom)

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Lucy De Melo

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Eddy & Nan Cotran

❤️

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Joshua Fick

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Sarah Crane

Have fun and hopefully it’s a lighthearted, enjoyable day!!

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Sandr

Praying for continuous progression in your fight to beat cancer for both Sara and Benjamin.🙏🙏🙏

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Armanda Terra-carvalho

So happy to support you and Benny Love you ❤️

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Leahann Landry

Proud of you guys!

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Steph, Matt And Leo

We love you Sarah ❤️

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Rego Family ❤️

Love you both dearly ❤️

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Cameron Carvalho

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Armando Terra And Matilde Goulart

All the best!

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Jade

Rooting for you guys always ❤️

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Jennifer De Melo

There’s brave boys and then there’s Ben. Ben is the strongest boy I’ve encountered. You would never know the suffering he has endured. He is sooooo special! Bless you both always!

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Fagnani Family

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Cindy Gallagher

Sending much love

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Kochhar Family

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Brittany Janes

Good luck! ✨

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Elizabeth Vila

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Diana Garvie

God Bless and may he give you strength!

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Jordan Kearns

Good luck!!! Xoxox

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