Chemo Angels

Do this now. Thank me later.

So, I have this friend who I call Dumbledore. She's infinitely wise on all things pediatric cancer. I defer to her repeatedly when there's something I want to say, but long to say it articulately. I'll share her with you sometime soon if you're nice.

(Get yourself a Dumbledore when you have a chance. Add it to the list.)

One of the coolest things Dumbledore told me about was Chemo Angels. Be warned, the application is going to take you a good twenty minutes to complete, but it is worth it. Take your time and be specific. You get these "angels" who adopt your child and send them cards and/or packages every week. Eve had two Chemo Angels who sent her (and often times, her siblings) thoughtful gifts in the mail.

Why do it NOW? Because it takes time to get approved. Because you need to be ON chemo to get approved. Because why wouldn't you want your child's face to light up every time they find something for them in the mailbox?

There are stipulations, and you can see them here. Even if you think you may not qualify, apply anyway. Eve was about two months from finishing treatment, and she was adopted.

The way Eve melted into a puddle of awesome every time she opened a card was priceless. You'd think they mailed her the cure to cancer.

Alrighty? Do it.

10-4, good buddy. Over and out.