In January 2013, one of my best friends was diagnosed with Leukemia. Her condition had ups and downs, and unfortunately we lost her in November of 2014. (Her dad has the whole story here: https://www.justgiving.com/AbbeyWade/4)

 Abbey's "cancer story" is important, but what's more important is HER story, and how she impacted and inspired those around her. I only wish she'd had more time with us to keep up that amazing life she'd had, and that's why I want to raise money for Leukemia and Lymphoma Research. I want to raise money so that less people are lost as a result of blood cancers, and can continue their own stories. 

 Donations are very much appreciated, and so is spreading the word about this event. :)