Welcome to Team Smiley Rileys
Dear Family and Friends,
As some of you may know, our daughter and son, both named Riley, were diagnosed with benign brain tumors in 2013 and 2016, respectively. This tumor has caused Riley Picinich to grow at a much faster rate and the past few years have been filled with doctors appointments and endless research to help us understand how to treat it. Riley Thompson experienced seizures for several months. Riley P was otherwise in very good health, and we will continue to monitor the tumor and her health as she grows to help determine whether or not to remove it. Throughout this process, Riley P has demonstrated amazing strength and courage, enduring lots of blood work, doctor visits, intramuscular shots and implants to help slow her growth, and MRI's to monitor the tumor. Riley T had his tumor removed in 2016 and since then has been given a clean bill of health. When we found out about this race, we thought it would be a wonderful way to support her in return and help make a difference in the fight against brain tumors. Both Rileys anre excited to walk/run this race around DC and we want to invite all of you to join The Smiley Rileys and walk or run the Race for Hope with us!! By registering for the race you will be donating to this amazing cause. If you can't make it to DC to race with us, we absolutely understand. If you would like to donate to The Smiley Rileys to help raise money for The National Brain Tumor Society and Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure, we would be so grateful and appreciative. Thanks so much for all of your support!
Love,
The Picinich and Thompson Families
National Brain Tumor Society is fiercely committed to finding a cure for brain tumors. They are aggressively driving strategic research; advocating for public policies that meet the critical needs of the brain tumor community; and providing comprehensive patient, family and caregiver resources. Your support ensures this important work will continue.
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