Team DiDip

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We are participating in Lustgarten's Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research for our mom.

Our mom was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in 2015. Back then, the 5 year survival rate was only 5%, however, thanks to organizations like this one, the 5 year survival rate is now 11%. And our mom is one of that lucky 11%. We love that 100% of the funds collected go straight to cancer research. It makes us happy to know that we play a small part in finding new early detection tests, new treatments & the ultimate goal: a cure.

Looking at our mom, you would never know that she had ever undergone chemotherapy or that she even had cancer. She has a positive attitude, incredible spirit & does not let anything get in her way. She would often return home after chemo & go out to dinner with her bottle attached & all! Her will is amazing & we truly believe that the power of prayer, along with her positive outlook, is what kept her healthy.

It hasn't been an easy road, but by the grace of God, she is doing great & feeling well. She's fighting through this battle like the beautiful, strong warrior that she is. Currently, her tumor is literally undetectable on her PET scans. Even the medical staff at Sloan Kettering cannot believe her progress & told her they’ve never seen anything like it. Three years ago, we hit the ultimate milestone…Her oncologist approved the removal of her port and told her that we can forgo the chemotherapy for the time being. She is officially in remission, after 7 years of treatment and 10 years after being diagnosed!! 

As grateful as we are, we know not everybody is this lucky, and that’s why we continue to ask for donations. We are so proud of our mom, as she has been an inspiration to so many throughout this long, arduous journey. She is the definition of strong & determined. We continue to bring awareness to this amazing cause, with hopes that the survival rate will only continue to increase. We pray that with your donations, which help fund this life saving research, that others can follow suit, so patients and families will no longer have to suffer after getting that life-changing news...  

Thank you to our friends & family for all of your love, continued support, and prayers. You guys are definitely part of the reason she fought so hard, and we couldn’t do this without you 💜💜💜