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Kevin is back in the hospital

In January, I wrapped up a long term story about Kevin Ballantine, a Northern Illinois University student battling Leukemia.
Unfortunately, the narrative is not over for Kevin. A year later, he is back in the hospital.

Posted 25 July 2010 † Beck Diefenbach § Story ‡ Comments (2) ° Also tagged: , , , , , , ,

Cat licks dog

Henry loves Gracie.

Posted 22 July 2010 † Beck Diefenbach § Personal § Story ‡ Comments (1) ° Also tagged: , ,

Student with cancer stays full time at NIU

Kevin Ballantine had to stay on as a full time undergrad at Northern Illinois University for his student insurance to cover his treatments in his battle against Leukemia. This rule has since changed, but that doesn’t take back the homework and classes he has to pass while he is in and out of the hospital.
Kevin’s [...]

Posted 20 April 2009 † Beck Diefenbach § Feature ‡ Comments (12) ° Also tagged: , , , , , , ,