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SubmittedSeptember 14, 2014

I have written and published a book about a true testimony of faith and love, as our family witnessed miracles and learned to never give up HOPE! The nightmare seemed endless as this newly diagnosed disease, cancer's cousin, plagued our child...then to find out there was so much more to it. The prognosis, the treatment, the helplessness we felt as we watched our child fight for their life, was agonizing. Just when we thought we could take no more--we found out how lightning could strike twice...

Lee Ann Blankenship
imnotluckyimblessed.weebly.com
imnotluckyimblessed.weebly.com

I have written and published a book about a true testimony of faith and love, as our family witnessed miracles and learned to never give up HOPE!

The nightmare seemed endless as this newly diagnosed disease, cancer's cousin, plagued our child...then to find out there was so much more to it. The prognosis, the treatment, the helplessness we felt as we watched our child fight for their life, was agonizing. Just when we thought we could take no more--we found out how lightning could strike twice.

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We are raising awareness on a newly diagnosed disease that many do not know about, including most doctors. It is called HISTIOCYTOSIS and one form of the disease is HLH. Can you say Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis? You may be able to after reading my book, as it will show you the face of this rapidly fatal disease and make you more aware.

There will be a book release and signing at the Scott City Library for "I'm Not Lucky, I'm Blessed" by Lee Ann Blankenship on September 26th from 1-6pm. Check out the website at imnotluckyimblessed.weebly.com to order online.

All profits from September 26th through December 22nd will go toward HLH. Thank you for your support.

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