The Childhood Cancer Blog
Welcome to The Childhood Cancer Blog
from Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation!
by Jay Scott It was nine years ago today, August 1, that my daughter Alex passed away at just 8 ½ years old, after battling neuroblastoma nearly her entire life. We all miss Alex so much and with each passing year can only imagine the type of young woman she would have grown into. Not only was Alex clearly mature beyond her years as evidenced by her ambitious goal to cure childhood cancer, but... Read More
We’re pretty much in awe at how the chefs on the television show "Top Chef" can whip up gourmet meals under ridiculous time constraints and with limited resources, but are even more endeared to the show as "Top Chef Masters" gives culinary all stars the chance to compete and earn money for a charity of their choice. The new season just started this past week (Wednesday, July 24 on Bravo – check your local listings)... Read More
by Keren Fitzgerald Mom to childhood cancer hero Cole Fitzgerald I was hoping the first line of this blog was going to be… “Eureka! Cole has mastered riding his two-wheeler!” But, I would be getting ahead of myself. I’m sure every parent cherishes every milestone that their children achieve and we are no different. First words, first steps, potty training,... Read More
