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sPECial?

Sarcoma and PEComa Investigation and Action Leadership is committed to research, education, advocacy, and support for those diagnosed with sarcoma cancer.

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sPECial Inspirations

We have chosen to include some inspirational messages and stories from some of our sPECial Forces.

Adam's Story

For some time in 2006, into 2007, I had been after my husband, Adam, to have a lump on his lower back looked at.

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Linda's Story

I was...resting my hands on my abdomen when suddenly I felt a HUGE lump. Needless to say, I got no sleep that night.

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"Blessings" by MALCOLM J. ITKIN

MY DOCTOR GAVE ME SIX WEEKS - I DID NOT TAKE IT!
Hello, my name is Malcolm Itkin and I have metastatic sarcoma and there is currently no cure. So what! This is a story about attitude and faith. More important, is trust in your gut because no one knows you better than you know yourself. I really believe that a strong positive mental attitude and faith make a significant difference in what happens to you in your life. Some people view the "glass as being half empty"…

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SUBMIT A STORY

If you have a story that you would like to share, please email to Ashley.Laub@thespecialfund.org.