A message from Meghan:

Friends, on Monday we learned that Ivy has relapsed. The Ewing's sarcoma has returned with a mass in her diaphragm. She said she has known for a while because her dog, Holly, told her. Ivy continues to be brave, we came home from the hospital and decorated our tree. I said this is a bummer I'm sorry. She said, nah this is an excuse to go to a beach.

I'm blessed to be her mum,

She's got this. Three times a charm.

xo, Meghan



Here we are once again.

Early this week they found a tumor in Ivy's diaphragm. This is the third time she is facing cancer.

For those of you who don't know Ivy's story....

At 4 year's old, Ivy was diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma in the fibula bone of her right leg. It is a rare cancer that is even rarer in younger children. After 9 months of chemotherapy and surgeries, Ivy was clear of cancer and was leading an active and wonderful life. In 2017 a large tumor was seen in her right lung during a routine scan and Ivy went through more rounds of chemo and surgeries. She has been clear until now.

Chemo is not an option anymore and there are no trials that she is eligible for. Ivy will undergo intense radiation and then it will be about her quality of life.

Ivy wants to be on a warm beach, she wants good food in her fridge and she wants a beautiful room she can share with her friends. Please help us make this happen for Ivy.

Ivy is 12 in February. She has been battling cancer for most of her life now. She has gone through rounds and rounds of chemo and radiation which have had a lasting effect on her body. She has gone through too many surgeries, removing parts of her leg. She has had to struggle with keeping up with school and friends and yet, despite all this Ivy is absolutely magic in every way. A smart, astute, empathetic, loving, funny, sweet child who is wise beyond her years. A child raised by a single mother who has done the best job with her despite all the obstacles they have faced. She loves to draw and craft. She loves to watch Anne with an E and the Great Canadian Baking Show with her mom. She loves ballet class and hanging out with her friends. She loves listening to CBC radio. She loves pancakes and sushi. She loves her dog Holly and her cat Lili-u. She loves her family in Nova Scotia.

Can we all just figure out a way to help them get through this next stage with dignity and comfort. I think we can make that happen for them. Please help me raise enough money that Ivy can feel the warm sun on her face and the sand on her toes. Please help us to create a bedroom that she is proud of and that she finds solace in. Please help Ivy in any way you can. A donation, your time, your skills, your connections... anything to carry her through these next few months. She should have that.



With love and gratitude.

Mira





