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Breaking Out

They are high school track stars and All State softball players. They are big brothers and little sisters. They dream big dreams and have silent fears. They are human, and yet they are superheroes. They are normal kids with abnormal circumstances.  They are fighting for their lives every single day... and I am absolutely honored to stand with them and play even a small role in their battle against cancer, genetic disorders, and the worst diseases you've never heard of. These kids enter the Stem Cell Transplant Unit having already fought long battles with chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation. They are here because it is their final chance for a cure. They are here to press into the hope that this will be the final triumphant battle. They come armed with their beloved stuffed animals, marshmallow guns, and leopard print bedsheets. They bring their favorite blankets, furry slippers, and photos of their high school friends. Most importantly, they bring their faithful families - str