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Honored Crew

Participants in The Leukemia Cup Regatta sail in honor of local patients whose bravery in fighting blood cancer provides inspiration and motivation.

Andrew Hedquist
Age 6
Stillwater, MN
Kindergarten, Salem Lutheran

My name is Andrew, and I was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) in March of 2005.  I had to do a lot of things I didn't want to such as hospital stays, appointments, and medications, but I was a trooper!  I am doing very well and will be officially cured in September 2010 - just in time for the Regatta!  My hobbies are skiing, playing with Legos, and going to museums.  My favorite foods are chili, cantaloupe, and Oreos.  I like to read books about ants and dinosaurs, and my favorite cartoon character is Garfield. 

LLS helped me and my family by providing financial support, emotional support, and valuable information about blood cancers.  Thank you for raising money to help improve treatment of leukemia, and working so hard to find a cure!  Read more about Andrew's leukemia journey at: http://www.caringbridge.org/mn/andrewh/.