On September 13th, 2022, Penelope received a diagnosis of Hepatoblastoma, a form of liver cancer. A mere five weeks later, on October 18th, 2022, our brave and beautiful 2-year-old, daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend to many, peacefully passed away in the loving embrace of her parents. For those fortunate enough to have known Penelope, her remarkable penchant for sharing and her na
tural desire to assist others were evident. Whether it was sharing a Veggie Straw with a friend or tenderly caring for her baby brother, Penny's innate kindness shone brightly. "GOOD JOB PENNY" was a phrase she frequently used throughout her five-week battle with cancer, reflecting her unwavering determination and strength. Though her time on Earth was tragically short, Penelope's indomitable spirit endures, now dedicated to the noble cause of supporting other pediatric cancer patients. Even before her battle with cancer, Penelope shared a common childhood love for soft blankets. She always sought the feeling of being "comfy cozy" and cherished moments of snuggling with her beloved soft blankets, accompanied by her cherished ducky stuffed animal. However, when she received her cancer diagnosis, her need for comfort and coziness became a top priority. Enduring a 34-day hospitalization was a daunting, sorrowful, and bewildering experience for Penny. During this trying time, her collection of soft, colorful, and cheerful blankets provided her with immense comfort, a sense of security, peace, and warmth, and, most importantly, a feeling of being at home. In tribute to Penelope's enduring spirit, we are delighted to contribute to the well-being of pediatric cancer patients by ensuring they can also experience the warmth of being "comfy cozy." With your support and in collaboration with PixieLane, we are providing soft, colorful, and cheerful blankets and pillowcases to pediatric oncology units throughout the country.