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Jun 08, 2014

Teams are made up of individuals. Without them, there is no team.

 

Welcome to my Team In Training home page.

 

I have a mission-to help find cures and more effective treatments for blood cancers. To accomplish that mission, I’m participating in a sports endurance event as a member of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Team In Training. Like the other members of TNT, I will be raising funds to help find cures and better treatments for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma. I’m improving the quality of my life by participating and with your support, I can help improve the quality of life for patients and their families as well.

 

Please make a donation in support of my efforts with Team In Training and help advance the research for cures.

Jun 08, 2014

Jun 08, 2014

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Chemo

Jun 08, 2014

September 2013

Jun 08, 2014

Running...

I started running almost 3 years ago. I had been watching a friend of mine run race after race, eventually running a full marathon. I was intrigued by the "exercise" portion of running, but it wasn't like running took you from point A to point B, a new location, it took you right back to point A!

I decided to try the couch to 5K program. I had no intention of becoming a distance runner. I ran a few 5Ks and thought...now what? For the entire first year, I had a love/hate relationship with running. I loved the exercise...but was not loving the running. Once I passed the 1 year mark, it was like a switch was flipped, the love started flowing.

At this point, I have added a few half marathons to my running resume. I am amazed to say, I have even added a full marathon to my bucket list.

 

Life took a turn...

This school year started off like any other year. Both girls were excited to see their friends and looking forward to the year ahead. Sydni went into the 4th grade, and Reese went into 1st. Both girls were trying cross country for the first time. At some point during the beginning of September, I noticed that Sydni physically started looking a little green. She started to feel tired, had headaches, and continued to look more and more green. We kept her in the house, outside of school, because we thought it was allergy related.

As things progressed, we decided to take Sydni to the doctor's office. At this point, we thought maybe she was anemic. The doctor drew blood and ran a few tests. The next morning while at work, I got the call saying that Sydni's results were in, it looks like Leukemia. The doctor on the other end of the line told me we needed to go down to Children's hospital, they will be waiting for us.

 

Leukemia ALL...

Diagnosis day was October 11, 2013, I received the call at 11:25 am. I can even tell you exactly where I was standing when my phone rang. Having to pick up Sydni early from school was hard, I can still see her walking up to me in the hallway, smiling. I just had to put one foot in front of the other.

My bags were actually already packed the day before, only because I was supposed to be on the road to Baltimore that day, for the Baltimore Half Marathon. In the span of one phone call, I was on the road to Washington, DC.

It has been a long journey thus far. We still have 2-2.5 years left of treatment. Every day, Sydni shows me a new reason why she is my hero. She is on her third central line, made it to the other side of three line infections, and has learned how to deal with pokes and prods that no child should have to get used to.

 

Running...

The day after diagnosis, Joe and I looked at each other and agreed, here is my reason to run. I have a cause. But my real motivation? Sydni. I now run, because...I can! Seeing what these kids go through and how much is taken away from them, through no fault of their own, is hard to watch. I will be running the Marine Corps Marathon in honor of Sydni. Yes, 26.2 miles sound painful, but when compared to what she has been through, it is the least I can do.

 

How you can help...

Please keep Sydni in your prayers, her journey is far from over. She is my hero, a champion, a warrior!

Please support Team Sydni by donating to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through Team Sydni. I hope that by raising money through Team Sydni, that we can help other children who will be facing the same diagnosis, and maybe one day, make Leukemia a thing of the past! This opportunity has given me a little power to feel like I can do something, on a journey that I feel completely powerless in.

 

Thank you for joining Team Sydni!

Make a Donation

We are no longer accepting donations for this event, however you can still make a donation to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Supporter Comments

"Go Julie and Team Syndi!"
Heather McCubbin
Tue Mar 25 12:42:38 EDT 2014
"Good Luck Julie!"
Kelly Kroh-Jones
Tue Mar 25 12:49:56 EDT 2014
"What a beautiful way to show your support for Sydni and others fighting similar fights. Prayers always!!!! "
Belinda McKee
Tue Mar 25 03:29:10 EDT 2014
"Go, Julie! Go Team Sydi!! "
The Bolcik Family
Tue Mar 25 06:41:10 EDT 2014
"Go team Jankowski! You are amazing! "
The Ruderman Family
Tue Mar 25 09:47:31 EDT 2014
"Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. "
Liz Barrett
Thu Mar 27 09:56:43 EDT 2014
"You and your beautiful family are in our hearts. Wishing for all the best for your beautiful daughter. Best of luck running. "
Bartlett family
Thu Mar 27 10:14:11 EDT 2014
"Stay strong. You are always on my mind and in my prayers. Love, Alayna (and all of the Allens)"
Alayna Allen
Thu Mar 27 11:28:23 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni!!!"
The Doxzen Family
Thu Mar 27 12:21:57 EDT 2014
"Team Syndi all the way!!!Strength, determination & a smile that melts your heart~ I see why Syndi is your hero Julie! But I'm sure she is just like you :) ! My thoughts are with your family!! Donna Boesman (Sperling)"
Donna Sperling
Thu Mar 27 07:47:24 EDT 2014
"In honor of little Sydni and all others facing this diagnosis, and in support of Julie, Joe, and Reese. So proud of you, Julie. We will be cheering you on!"
Dana and Bill Austin
Thu Mar 27 08:16:13 EDT 2014
"What brave souls! Wishing your beautiful family a full recovery. You'll be in my prayers! "
Stacey Krantz
Thu Mar 27 08:47:55 EDT 2014
"Keep fighting little one"
Stacy Montgomery
Thu Mar 27 09:00:15 EDT 2014
"Your in our prayers. "
Jennifer Bliven
Thu Mar 27 11:04:03 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni! We will be there supporting you all!!"
Natalie , Acadia & Delaney Coffman
Sat Mar 29 04:48:44 EDT 2014
"Your family is in our prayers always but most of all your precious Sydni . Hang in there!!!"
Jean Austin
Sat Mar 29 07:23:03 EDT 2014
"Sydni with your precious smile, an inspiration to your mom mile after mile. May God continue to keep you in his Grace, while your mom finishes with a smile on her face. Prayers and blessings for you both, "
Greg & Carol Chatfield
Sun Mar 30 01:41:06 EDT 2014
"We love you guys so much!!! Our prayers are with Team Sydni as you fight for her, and all the kids that are so brave and inspiring us all!!!"
Jodi Keyfauver
Sun Mar 30 11:09:02 EDT 2014
"When your legs get tired, run with your heart! We are with you every step of the way! Go Team Sydni!"
Lorri and Carl Richmond
Mon Mar 31 06:51:01 EDT 2014
"In honor of Sydni's fight!!"
Sam and Susan Swann
Tue Apr 1 12:39:10 EDT 2014
"Run, Julie, Run!"
Kat
Tue Apr 1 04:42:13 EDT 2014
"In honor of Sydni's fight and with best wishes and prayers for your family. Go Julie!!"
The Goodyear Family
Wed Apr 2 04:12:40 EDT 2014
"You are amazing!!! Good luck and have fun!"
Kathleen Watts
Sun Apr 6 09:49:31 EDT 2014
"Keep fighting, Sydni!"
The Lucas Family
Tue Apr 15 08:22:52 EDT 2014
"I'm cheering you on Marathon Monday and every day. Go Team Sydni!"
Shannon Morgan
Mon Apr 21 10:25:10 EDT 2014
"Love ya girl! I'll be with you in spirit!!"
Heather Mauzy
Fri Apr 25 07:37:40 EDT 2014
"Fight on! xo"
The Rosenfeld family
Fri Jun 6 09:29:56 EDT 2014
"Much love and best wishes to you and your beautiful family!"
The Egupov Family
Tue Jun 10 01:21:23 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni! Such an inspiring family. We love you!"
Amy House
Tue Jul 8 09:46:02 EDT 2014
"Sydni, Julie, Reese and Joe - We've been thinking about you a lot. We keep you in our prayers each night! We send our love and lots of positive thoughts your way for a speedy recovery :-) Best of luck with the marathon! Love, Kathy, Steve, Ann and Erin in CT"
Kathy Doherty
Fri Jul 11 11:33:58 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni!!!"
Sharon Simpson
Tue Jul 15 09:19:40 EDT 2014
"Keep up the great work Team Sydni! GO TEAM!!!"
Lisa Augustine
Wed Aug 27 09:11:38 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni!! We are so Proud and with you All The Way!! "
Jean Johnson
Tue Oct 14 10:56:01 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni!!! We'll be cheering you on!"
The Dunn Family
Sat Oct 18 03:39:35 EDT 2014
"I am inspired by you guys! Sydni, you have shown everyone what a real hero is- and what true courage is! You go girl! Julie- good luck on Sunday- also an inspiration to all moms out there! Go show that marathon who's boss!! Love you guys!"
Heather Smith
Mon Oct 20 09:49:40 EDT 2014
"In Honor of 'Team SYDNI' and her courageous battle thru ALL. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your amazing family. Keep Calm and Fight On! We'll be there in spirit. Go Julie and Team SYDNI! "
The Alford Family
Sat Oct 25 12:32:00 EDT 2014

My Fundraising Total

342%
342 %
My Team

Make a Donation

We are no longer accepting donations for this event, however you can still make a donation to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

My Thanks To

Belinda McKee $251.00
The Siford Family $150.00
Bartlett family $150.00
Belinda McKee $150.00
Georgia Deater Marti... $100.00
Kathy Doherty $100.00
Heather McCubbin $100.00
The Alford Family $100.00
Brad & Sharon Jo... $100.00
Lisa Augustine $100.00
Joe & Vesna $100.00
Regina Crampton $100.00
Heather Mauzy $100.00
George Petran $100.00
Natalie , Acadia &am... $100.00
Superior Physical Th... $76.00
Brian Sallerson $50.00
Stacey Krantz $50.00
Heather Smith $50.00
Sharon Simpson $50.00
Sam and Susan Swann $50.00
Lorri and Carl Rich... $50.00
Jennifer Bliven $50.00
Donna Sperling $50.00
Alayna Allen $50.00
Liz Barrett $50.00
Mandy Tzan $25.00
Stacy Montgomery $25.00
Cynthia Berchtold $20.00
Owen Siford $10.00
Kelly Bolcik $10.00
Tom and Sheri Burke
Greg & Carol Cha...
Janice Webber, Shirl...
Joe & Jeanette J...
Don & Helen McNa...
Georgia & Dale S...
The Cox Family
The Burke-Schwarte-F...
Jean Johnson
Kathleen Watts
Daniella Sperling
Cathy Watkins
The Bolcik Family
Kelly Kroh-Jones
Amy House
Tracy and Kyle Thoma...
Kat
Lera Straits
The Doxzen Family
Allyson March
Traci George and Fam...
Shannon Morgan
The Ruderman Family
The Dunn Family
Amy Kreger and Famil...
The Egupov Family
The Rosenfeld family...
The Lucas Family
The Goodyear Family
Dana and Bill Austin...
Heck Family
Zach Thomas
Jodi Keyfauver
Jean Austin

Supporter Comments

"Go Julie and Team Syndi!"
Heather McCubbin
Tue Mar 25 12:42:38 EDT 2014
"Good Luck Julie!"
Kelly Kroh-Jones
Tue Mar 25 12:49:56 EDT 2014
"What a beautiful way to show your support for Sydni and others fighting similar fights. Prayers always!!!! "
Belinda McKee
Tue Mar 25 03:29:10 EDT 2014
"Go, Julie! Go Team Sydi!! "
The Bolcik Family
Tue Mar 25 06:41:10 EDT 2014
"Go team Jankowski! You are amazing! "
The Ruderman Family
Tue Mar 25 09:47:31 EDT 2014
"Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. "
Liz Barrett
Thu Mar 27 09:56:43 EDT 2014
"You and your beautiful family are in our hearts. Wishing for all the best for your beautiful daughter. Best of luck running. "
Bartlett family
Thu Mar 27 10:14:11 EDT 2014
"Stay strong. You are always on my mind and in my prayers. Love, Alayna (and all of the Allens)"
Alayna Allen
Thu Mar 27 11:28:23 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni!!!"
The Doxzen Family
Thu Mar 27 12:21:57 EDT 2014
"Team Syndi all the way!!!Strength, determination & a smile that melts your heart~ I see why Syndi is your hero Julie! But I'm sure she is just like you :) ! My thoughts are with your family!! Donna Boesman (Sperling)"
Donna Sperling
Thu Mar 27 07:47:24 EDT 2014
"In honor of little Sydni and all others facing this diagnosis, and in support of Julie, Joe, and Reese. So proud of you, Julie. We will be cheering you on!"
Dana and Bill Austin
Thu Mar 27 08:16:13 EDT 2014
"What brave souls! Wishing your beautiful family a full recovery. You'll be in my prayers! "
Stacey Krantz
Thu Mar 27 08:47:55 EDT 2014
"Keep fighting little one"
Stacy Montgomery
Thu Mar 27 09:00:15 EDT 2014
"Your in our prayers. "
Jennifer Bliven
Thu Mar 27 11:04:03 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni! We will be there supporting you all!!"
Natalie , Acadia & Delaney Coffman
Sat Mar 29 04:48:44 EDT 2014
"Your family is in our prayers always but most of all your precious Sydni . Hang in there!!!"
Jean Austin
Sat Mar 29 07:23:03 EDT 2014
"Sydni with your precious smile, an inspiration to your mom mile after mile. May God continue to keep you in his Grace, while your mom finishes with a smile on her face. Prayers and blessings for you both, "
Greg & Carol Chatfield
Sun Mar 30 01:41:06 EDT 2014
"We love you guys so much!!! Our prayers are with Team Sydni as you fight for her, and all the kids that are so brave and inspiring us all!!!"
Jodi Keyfauver
Sun Mar 30 11:09:02 EDT 2014
"When your legs get tired, run with your heart! We are with you every step of the way! Go Team Sydni!"
Lorri and Carl Richmond
Mon Mar 31 06:51:01 EDT 2014
"In honor of Sydni's fight!!"
Sam and Susan Swann
Tue Apr 1 12:39:10 EDT 2014
"Run, Julie, Run!"
Kat
Tue Apr 1 04:42:13 EDT 2014
"In honor of Sydni's fight and with best wishes and prayers for your family. Go Julie!!"
The Goodyear Family
Wed Apr 2 04:12:40 EDT 2014
"You are amazing!!! Good luck and have fun!"
Kathleen Watts
Sun Apr 6 09:49:31 EDT 2014
"Keep fighting, Sydni!"
The Lucas Family
Tue Apr 15 08:22:52 EDT 2014
"I'm cheering you on Marathon Monday and every day. Go Team Sydni!"
Shannon Morgan
Mon Apr 21 10:25:10 EDT 2014
"Love ya girl! I'll be with you in spirit!!"
Heather Mauzy
Fri Apr 25 07:37:40 EDT 2014
"Fight on! xo"
The Rosenfeld family
Fri Jun 6 09:29:56 EDT 2014
"Much love and best wishes to you and your beautiful family!"
The Egupov Family
Tue Jun 10 01:21:23 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni! Such an inspiring family. We love you!"
Amy House
Tue Jul 8 09:46:02 EDT 2014
"Sydni, Julie, Reese and Joe - We've been thinking about you a lot. We keep you in our prayers each night! We send our love and lots of positive thoughts your way for a speedy recovery :-) Best of luck with the marathon! Love, Kathy, Steve, Ann and Erin in CT"
Kathy Doherty
Fri Jul 11 11:33:58 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni!!!"
Sharon Simpson
Tue Jul 15 09:19:40 EDT 2014
"Keep up the great work Team Sydni! GO TEAM!!!"
Lisa Augustine
Wed Aug 27 09:11:38 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni!! We are so Proud and with you All The Way!! "
Jean Johnson
Tue Oct 14 10:56:01 EDT 2014
"Go Team Sydni!!! We'll be cheering you on!"
The Dunn Family
Sat Oct 18 03:39:35 EDT 2014
"I am inspired by you guys! Sydni, you have shown everyone what a real hero is- and what true courage is! You go girl! Julie- good luck on Sunday- also an inspiration to all moms out there! Go show that marathon who's boss!! Love you guys!"
Heather Smith
Mon Oct 20 09:49:40 EDT 2014
"In Honor of 'Team SYDNI' and her courageous battle thru ALL. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your amazing family. Keep Calm and Fight On! We'll be there in spirit. Go Julie and Team SYDNI! "
The Alford Family
Sat Oct 25 12:32:00 EDT 2014