Overcoming Leukemia

Last Update: September 15, 2008

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Story of a young boy who was diagnosed with leukemia, lost all his hair, and didn't have energy but was determined. He went to his martial arts classes, and his family raised money and continued chemotherapy and raised over $32,000 for LAF. He and his father rode with Lance. He's now 8 years old in remission and riding the LS challenge.

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by xanderdad on September 15, 2008 at 11:52 AM

Spencer - you are my HERO!
Rob - good luck on that dare... :-)

by billfries on September 15, 2008 at 11:59 AM

Spencer you are an inspiration to us all! Ride on buddy!

by joyceroni on September 15, 2008 at 12:00 PM

I loved watching your story. Spencer, you are amazing! Good luck going solo this year.

by 5K35 on September 15, 2008 at 8:46 PM

This gets my vote. As a father of 3, I can't imagine having a child go through that. You guys are an inspiration. Spencer you are an amazing kid - ride on! Rob, keep up the good work. -J

by Jadedoe19 on September 15, 2008 at 8:54 PM

GREAT GOD BLESS!

by sartin on September 16, 2008 at 8:50 AM

Thanks for your vote and your kinds words.

by bkeathley on September 15, 2008 at 9:32 PM

Spencer you are showing us all how to Livestrong.

God Bless

by sartin on September 16, 2008 at 8:50 AM

Thanks for your vote and your kind words.

by davidjwilson on September 15, 2008 at 9:47 PM

Spencer - thank you for your courage and the reminder that life is beautiful and to be cherished.

by SharRush on September 16, 2008 at 7:36 AM

Way to go, Spencer and Rob! Good luck on the dare and on the solo excursion.

by sartin on September 16, 2008 at 8:52 AM

Thanks. Doing the Ride for the Roses and LIVESTRONG Challenge gave us a great focus for structuring our time, especially that first year when the chemotherapy was the hardest. I think Lance is great, but (shh, don't tell Lance) Spencer is my hero.

by xstreamers on September 16, 2008 at 10:15 AM

Spencer and Rob,
You guys both inspire me. Your courage and determination is incredible.
Thanks so much for sharing your story. I needed that!

John Jaworski

by jsnover on September 16, 2008 at 8:47 PM

Wow. Great story. just great.

by sartin on September 16, 2008 at 9:26 PM

Don't forget to track our progress at http://spencerone.org />
Notable this week: 15.5 mile ride for Spencer. A new longest ride ever for him. During a sprint, he actually held off an attack by a 30-something rider who tried to pass him. Go, Spencer!

by Radha_Maganty on September 17, 2008 at 11:17 AM

Hi Rob and Spencer,

Being your next door neighbour we have seen Spencer from day 1. Our heartfelt best wishes. Yes, Spencer is our hero too!

Radha, Narayan, Varun and Gokul

by Radha_Maganty on September 17, 2008 at 11:17 AM

Hi Spencer,

We have seen you from day 1 being your next door neighbour. Your courage and determination is incredible. Keep it up! You are our hero too.

Love
Radha, Narayan, Varun and Gokul

by DeeSurvivor on September 17, 2008 at 1:06 PM

What a great story and video!

Dee
A pink moose!

by slsreed on September 17, 2008 at 2:08 PM

Spencer and Rob,
You BOTH inspire me.
Watching your video brings tears to my eyes, but watching you in person is one of the most awesome things I have ever witnessed.
Of course you have my vote!
Sally Reed
LiveStrong!

by slatert on September 17, 2008 at 2:47 PM

Congrats to Spencer on his 15.5 mile achievement.

by slatert on September 17, 2008 at 2:47 PM

Congrats to Spencer on his 15.5 mile achievement.

by skinnursemandee on September 17, 2008 at 3:35 PM

Omg I am in tears!! What a beautiful young man with an amazing spirit! You are a wonderful father and human being for doing all you have for Spencer. If the world were filled with men like you it would be such a harmonious place! Keep up the amazing work Spencer!! You are my hero!!

Live Strong, a fellow cancer survivor!
Mandee

by kimbo31 on September 17, 2008 at 6:47 PM

Wow! What a kid. So inspiring and brave. So, that's what it means to never give up.

by htillman on September 17, 2008 at 7:19 PM

I am completely in tears. What amazing strength! Way to go, Spencer!

by K8erbug on September 17, 2008 at 7:53 PM

Hey kiddo you inspire me! I am in awe of your vivacious spirit and all that you've accomplished at such a young age you are obviously here to do wonderful things. Keep going you are awesome!

by jaimepounds on September 19, 2008 at 8:02 AM

You are an inspiration to us all and such a strong kid. Thanks for the heartfelt story.
Stay strong.

Jaime

by Leslie49 on September 19, 2008 at 8:23 AM

I am so inspired with your story. I lost my only child 10 years after being hit by a drunk driver. I know the fear and pain that comes from loving our children so much and being willing to do anything to make their lives better!
You have an incredible son and you must be so proud and grateful!
Leslie

by sartin on September 21, 2008 at 9:56 PM

I can only imagine the pain you have gone through. t's the sort of loss I have only glimpsed in my own imagination and I don't know how parents can bear the loss of a child. I don't know if I could. I am sorry for your loss.

by ElliottJessica on September 19, 2008 at 12:47 PM

As I type this tears are running down my face, Spencer you are truly an inspiration.

by ElliottJessica on September 19, 2008 at 12:47 PM

As I'm typing this the tears are running down my face, Spencer you are an inspiration to everyone
S?

by BeFearless on September 20, 2008 at 6:41 PM

Wow, Spencer. I am totally impressed! I can tell you'll always win, no matter what your score!

Your feats make me proud to be a human. Some day you'll understand that even better than you do now!!!!! Thank you so much for inspiring me.

~ karenf.

by sartin on September 21, 2008 at 9:52 PM

Thanks. Today, Spencer set another mileage record with a 21.7 mile ride at the Veloway in Austin. Definitely on track to do 45 in 5 weeks. I see him every day and he still surprises me.

by tozz88 on September 21, 2008 at 3:02 PM

Didn't even recognize you Rob! Best of wishes to you and your family!

by sartin on September 21, 2008 at 9:53 PM

Well I have both cut off and lost a lot of hair since my California days....

by carrie81 on September 25, 2008 at 10:01 AM

As soon as I can see again when my eyes are dry - I'll vote vote vote!
Love ya,
Carrie

by carrie81 on September 25, 2008 at 10:03 AM

Ok, how do I vote?

by Cjstory on October 1, 2008 at 7:22 AM

Rob, thank you so much for sharing this with us! What a great way you've found to channel some of the rage and lack of hope you must have felt into something positive and inspiring for you and Spencer together! Wow.
Can't wait to see how you do with your 'dare'!!
Christy

by crooks10 on April 1, 2009 at 11:05 AM

this is a very inspirational clip

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