Liz Lothrop

Elizabeth was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) on October 25th, 2008.  Liz had just finished up her volleyball season for Mason Middle School, when her back started hurting.  She was being treated for a fracture in her spine when things took a turn for the worst.  Liz went to Children's where she was correctly diagnosed.  Liz was very active in sports, playing basketball for Mason since the 4th grade, running track, playing volleyball for Mason and Sports Express. 

Elizabeth is the daughter of Randy and Christine Lothrop. She has an older sister, Catherine, who is in her junior year at UC and is in the Nursing Program.  She also has an older brother, Jim, who is in his sophomore year at UC, majoring in Physical Therapy.   Liz and her siblings truly are best friends and the experience had been tough for them to watch her go through this journey.  They would do anything for her, including taking her place.  The family also has 2 dogs, Sunny and Batman, who bring Liz a lot of joy.

Liz has a wonderful outlook on life, always wanting to help others and lift their spirits.  She is now getting back into the routine of things; from finishing her Volleyball season to now playing basketball. She is getting back to her normal life! Elizabeth?s faith and love for the Lord is remarkable, and it shines within her.  You can read about Lizzy?s journey on her blog: http://www.glittergirlliz.blogspot.com/

Joel Brown

 Joel is a junior at Mason High School. He was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) on June 11, 2008. He has always loved sports and grew up playing football, basketball, and baseball. He had to take a break from all sports after his diagnosis, but was able to return in 2010, playing volleyball and football for Mason. Unfortunately, he relapsed in his central nervous system at the end of the football season. It was determined that the best course of treatment for Joel was a bone marrow transplant. In February 2011, he received cells from his sister, Alli.  One year later, he is strong, healthy, back in school and hoping to play volleyball and football again.
 
Joel is the son of Steve and Laura Brown and has three older siblings, Jack, Andrew and Alli. Joel has a great sense of humor, a positive attitude and a strong faith in God that has given him strength throughout his treatments. He is an inspiration to all who have followed him throughout this journey.
 
Joel has been a part of the LLS Light the Night Walk, School & Youth Pennies program, and Race to Anyplace. Joel is thankful for the research and advancements that have been made by LLS. He hopes his story is inspiring to you, and he thanks you for your efforts!

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