Quilt #79 was donated to a young man named Jarek Archuletta. Jarek was diagnosed with Embryonal Rhabdomyosarcoma in March of this year. This type of cancer is rare and develops in the womb. The malignant cells mimic the developing skeletal muscle of the embryo. It is the most common soft tissue sarcoma occurring in children and is aggressive and fast growing.
Jerek turned 18 in December and graduated from American Preparatory Academy this past spring. He has undergone some pretty horrific surgeries and is halfway done with his chemotherapy treatments.
Things are looking good. He has faced this bravely and is such a trooper. No sitting around feeling sorry for himself. This summer he is working at the Hinckley Boy Scout Camp. He works hard all week then comes home for chemo treatments and after a few days is back up to work at the scout camp. This kid is amazing.
Jarek is blessed with a loving supportinve family. Jarek's mom wrote:
Jarek is smart, funny and strong. He is always so positive and willing to fight for what he knows is right. He knows he can accomplish whatever he puts his mind to.
This quilt was pieced and hand quilted by Sue Rogers, a woman who knows more than she wants about having a child with cancer. Her son is currently fighting brain cancer.
There is truly love in the stitches for this courageous young man...
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