Peyton

AGE 14

Hi! My name is Peyton. My friends and family call me "B". I am 14 years old, in 8th grade & attend Windsor Middle School. On 3/10/2021, I was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML). I am an avid soccer player currently playing for Lou Fusz Soccer Club. After my diagnosis I was out for 6 months but I'm back on the pitch and love playing. Next year I will play for my high school team and hope to make varsity as a starter my freshman year!! I started playing volleyball this year also & hope to make the freshman team next year. I love hanging out with my friends when I'm not at practice. I have a 16 year old brother, Jake. He & his friends are awesome Uber drivers! My Oncologists, Dr. Rob and Dr. Jackie are fantastic. A huge thanks to them for helping myself and my family get through this. I have a great support system and amazing friends. The Friends of Kids with Cancer events are so much fun & I hope to be able to give back & become a volunteer or help other kids that are going through the same struggles I am. Always be a fighter & always "B Strong".

Polet

AGE 7

My name is Evelyn Polet. I am 7 years old and in 1st grade. I was diagnosed with Leukemia (ALL) in November 2022. I love playing with my dog, going to school, and spending time with my family. My wish is to finish my treatment.

Sven AGE 12

My name is Sven and I'm in 6th grade at Crestview Middle School. I was recently diagnosed with Polocytic Astrocytoma in August. I have an amazing team helping me through my treatments at Children's Hospital. I also feel fortunate to be a part of FOKWC, to have something to distract me between all of the treatments and appointments. I have one sister, Renni, and a superhero rescue dog named Ginzie. I love to draw with pencil and I love science—especially chemistry, so I think I want to be a scientist some day. I am grateful for support I have through this journey from FOKWC, my family and friends, my teachers, and school. This experience has taught me to be grateful for all that I have and to focus on the silver linings in life.

Tamya

AGE 18

I am Tamya. I'm 18 years old. I like trendy clothes. I'm big on accessories. I love doing my hair and wigs. I'm interested in baking cookies, braiding, and being with friends. My sisters are 11 year old Cherish. She likes nails and playing volleyball. 10 year old Calise. She likes stuffed animals, fidget toys and basketball. My mother likes perfume and accessories.

William

Age 9

Hi, my name is William. I am 9 years old. I am in 3rd grade. I have a twin brother, Maurice, who is my best friend. I love my family the most. My family is important to me. I spend most of my time with my mom and brothers. I like to play with my brothers. I like to watch movies and play video games. I like to work out so I can have muscles. I like to laugh with my family. I am learning how to cook also. I love my 3rd grade teacher. She is so nice and fun. I like to have fun with my family and friends. I like to see others happy.