Today's post is number 41.
41
A number that means so much.
A number that comforts you and tells you everything will be okay.
A number that makes me smile.
A number that represents a beautifully handsome smile.
41 is Blake Christiaan LaForce
An awesome athlete and an even more amazing young man.
My sister's beloved friend, strong and courageous.
Someone who brought an entire community and beyond together.
Blake was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
He beat cancer. Of course he did, Blake is a fighter.
After his successful bone marrow transplant, toxoplasmosis came along.
A devastating infection shutting down motor skills.
Blake continued to fight.
Pulmonary hemorrhaging came along leading to the ICU and more medical issues.
His skin became very thin increasing the risk of infection.
Blake challenged all issues with his faith, determination, and stamina.
It was time for him to be with his Creator on July 3, 2009.
I like to think he chose my sister's 18th birthday so that they will always be connected.
Mr. LaForce wrote a book:
Because of BLAKE, #41: Blake Christiaan LaForce. A Christian Athlete's Life Purpose
Livestrong 41
TEAM BLAKE
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