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Cross-Canada Rollerblader Raises Hope for Leukemia

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On the tenth anniversary of completing a grueling Cross-Canada Rollerblading crusade dedicated to her mother, a leukemia patient, Christine Ichim has organized a day of hope for leukemia patients. A press conference will be held in the Queen’s Park Media Room on October 16th, marking Hope for Leukemia Day.
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Submitted by root on Mon, 2006-10-16 14:08.

Very touching!

Submitted by Kashishian (not verified) on Wed, 2006-10-18 23:21.
I have read the story. It is a very touching and uplifting story about a women who has been living with cancer for 19 years. I recommend that everyone who has been touched by cancer takes a look at the website: http://www.hopeforleukemia.com Kashishian

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