My Story

When my younger brother Patrick was four years old, he was diagnosed with lymphoblastic lymphoma. He underwent 18 months of chemotherapy before going into remission. Then, when he was 13 years old, he was diagnosed with leukemia. This time, Patrick underwent two years of grueling radiation and chemotherapy treatments before again going into remission. Today, I am happy to report that Patrick is a healthy 22-year-old senior set to graduate this May from Elon University in North Carolina. The doctors have described his recovery from leukemia as “nothing short of a miracle.” In honor of his two successful battles against cancer, we have named our team "The 2-Times Strong Campaign".

While I celebrate Patrick’s miraculous recovery, I cannot stop hoping for a day when people will no longer have to hear a doctor tell them that a loved one has one of these dreadful diseases. The impact that they have on the patient, their families, and their communities is devastating. Something can, and must be done. To this end, I have agreed to join this year's Man & Woman of the Year Campaign to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Since 1960, the five-year leukemia survival rate in children has improved from 4% to 80% today. Belief in conquering this disease matters. With your help, and the help of others, we can perform another miracle for Patrick and the countless other people who live under the threat of these diseases. You can be part of finding a cure!


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Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Little League Night

This past Saturday my old high school, W.T. Woodson, was kind enough to sponsor an event on our behalf at a varsity baseball game between Woodson and Annandale High School. This was a great event all around. Both me and my brother Patrick played baseball at Woodson, along with my Campaign Manager, Michael. It was great to be back in the Woodson baseball community and see so many familiar faces.

We were also fortunate enough to have
this year's Boy and Girl of the Year, Alessandro Valeri and Megan Avery, attend the event! Big thanks to Alessandro, Megan and their families for coming out.


We are so gracious to everyone who was able to attend, and because of everyone's support we were able to raise over $1,700! While no doubt part of the reason the night was such a success was because of the perfect weather, it is also a testament to the communities that surround Woodson and Annandale High School. The generosity of everyone in attendance truly touched me.

I also must spend a moment to thank Baja Fresh and Goody's Ice Cream who came out for the event and were kind enough to give us a portion of their proceeds from the night.

Here are some event photos!


If you want to be a help be a part of our campaign, join us this Friday at
Porter's Dining Saloon in downtown, D.C. for Happy Hour! A $10 donation gets you in to the bar, one raffle ticket and great drink specials including $3 Miller Lites, $3 rail drinks, and $4 drafts until 10pm. Check our Facebook Event Page for more details. Hope to see you there!