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Our daily journal chronicling Benjamin's leukemia diagnosis, his 772 days of treatment, his life, his death, and his unparalleled bravery.

Day 557

Laura Gilkey on July 11, 2016

Day one of camp for Benji is in the books, and it was wonderful. He was a camper like all the rest, with a lunchbox and his swim trunks in… Continue Reading Day 557

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Day 556

Laura Gilkey on July 10, 2016

I am on a plane back to Florida, Banyan is safely at Camp Highlands, and I couldn’t be more excited for my boy. This year I took him directly to… Continue Reading Day 556

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Day 555

Laura Gilkey on July 9, 2016

The alarm went off at 3:45 am. Banyan and I quickly showered, loaded the car, and woke Benji and Michael to say goodbye. My boys are going to miss each… Continue Reading Day 555

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Day 554

Laura Gilkey on July 8, 2016

I’m going to miss this face. So. Much. Our alarms are set for a 4am departure to Chicago. Banyan’s last day in Sarasota was made a little more challenging by… Continue Reading Day 554

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Day 553

Laura Gilkey on July 7, 2016

Banyan’s bags are packed for Camp Highlands. In less than thirty hours we will drive to the Tampa Airport where he will begin his fourth adventure toward the Wisconsin north… Continue Reading Day 553

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Day 552

Laura Gilkey on July 6, 2016

Thankfully, Benji’s ear felt much, much better today. He didn’t need pain relief and he only winced a few times, with no tears. He is on the mend, and we… Continue Reading Day 552

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