PROMOTE THIS FUNDRAISER
Ellie & Grace Potvin were born 8 yrs ago this Halloween.Ellie was diagnosed w Stage 4 Rhabdomyosarcoma in 2008.After aggressive treatment,she relapsed with a 10% chance of survival. Let\'s take the focus off of this dreadful disease for 1 special day
Ellie & Grace Potvin were born 8 years ago on this Halloween. Ellie was diagnosed with Stage 4 Rhabdomyosarcoma in 2008 and has undergone some of the most agressive treatment available. Only 10% of the time Rhabdo comes back in the main tumor location... Ellie's did in less than 3 months. Ellie's cancer is very aggressive and the radiation failed. During this year these microscopic cells have mutated and become stronger and more powerful through the chemotherapy - the cancers goal is to evolve overtime... so never to be destroyed. The only way to be confident the main tumor will be destroyed is by taking off her hip and leg. That still does not give her over a 20% chance of survival. There is VERY LITTLE doubt the cancer is hiding elsewhere in her body... found it once covering her lungs & has gone through her entire blood stream.
My job is to take the focus off of this dreadful disease for this one celebratory day as Ellie and Grace celebrate their 8th Birthday in less than 2 weeks!
I will do whatever I can to take the focus off of the tragic news that was just delivered to this family, and make this day incredibly special for them. You must visit Ellie's website below to gain full understanding of what this family is facing.
I am reaching out to share this tragic story in hopes of bringing more people together to fight cancer in children! Cancer is a beast no matter what the age, but children are the innocent. They deserve the chance to live their lives to adulthood and experience all of the things that they were meant to. It seems so unfair.
I hope to gain resources from those who can provide to assist the Potvin family in celebrating their twin daughters' 8 years of life at their birthday party on October 30th. If you feel that you can offer assistance, please let me know!
If this party were to occur tomorrow, I could say that I have been absolutely blown away by the responses and generosity offered by so many people. I have created this site because so many individuals have wanted to contribute to the birthday celebration, and needed a way to do that. We will also present the family with a contribution to "The Ellie Shoal Potvin Supplemental Needs Trust". Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I feel so blessed to be a part of this event, and appreciate all that you have done to make this happen.
Warmest Regards, LAURIE GATTIS, gobsmacked children's parties
DONORS:
Advanced Markets
Amy Adele Children's Stationary
Bella Tunno
Bellavia Family
Blink Photography
Butcher Block
Classic Party Rentals
Connie Duglin Linens
Danner Creations
Etch-It
Glitter-Me
Hen & Barley Press
High Cotton Catering
Hodges Dairy Farm
Jarnagin Family
Jon Ric Salon
Kristin Vining Photography
Longview Women's League
Marvin Creek residents
McKee Family
The Michael Catlow Group
Parvin Family
Partyland
Project Bloom
Photography by Chanda
RentPhotoBooths.com
Rita's Italian Ice
SAS Cupcakes
Smoothie King
Social Butterflies
Springs Creative
Spirit Halloween
Sugarbakers Cookies
The Counter
The Place for Flowers
Wish Upon A Star
and so many more individuals who have offered their time and financial contributions. Thank you again!
Ellie & Grace Potvin Turn 8! Celebration donors.
- $50.00
Michelle Devanney
October 30th, 2009"Happy Birthday Ellie and Grace! We are praying for Team Potvin! May God bless all of you. "
- $100.00
The Moultons
October 28th, 2009"You are all in our thoughts and prayers! Have a GREAT celebration."
- $50.00
Hailey and Mike Arthur
October 27th, 2009"We are praying for your family. We hope the girls have a great 8th birthday! From the Arthur Family and Pigtails & Crewcuts Blakeney"
- $500.00
Rula Shoman
October 27th, 2009"Happy Birthday Ellie and Grace!! I hope you all have the most amazing time at the party!!"
- $100.00
Nadeen Dahir
October 27th, 2009"Wishing Ellie and Grace the best 8th birthday and a fun day for the whole family!"
- $50.00
The Parr Family
October 27th, 2009"Ellie I hope you and Grace have a wonderful Birthday! You and your family are always in our thoughts and prayers!!"
- $50.00
Sharif Rashed
October 27th, 2009"Have a wonderful birthday and many blessings to you and your family."
- $500.00
Spectrum Mobile - Mike McKee
October 26th, 2009"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Now go have fun this weekend!"
- $25.00
Sarah Currens
October 24th, 2009"Dear Potvin Family, I have been following Ellie's courageous journey since the beginning. You all are a strong and amazing family! Laurie, I am sure that Ellie & Grace's party will be wonderful!!!!!"
- $25.00
melissa L Podewils
October 23rd, 2009"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. You are all so special ! Have a HAPPY HAPPY Birthday !!"
- $50.00
Hope's Grandma and Papa in MI
October 22nd, 2009"Ellie and Grace, Have a wonderful birthday!"
- $20.00
The Smith Family
October 22nd, 2009"My prayers are with you and your family. Have a wonderful 8th Birthday!"
- $25.00
JULIE PEACH
October 20th, 2009"Have a terrific birthday ! I have followed your site from the beginning ELLIE and keep you and GRACE in my prayers."
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The Weaver Family
October 19th, 2009"We send our prayers and support and hope the birthday celebration is simply amazing!"
- $100.00
Tony & Lak Bikhazi
October 19th, 2009"A very happy birthday to Ellie and Grace. God bless."
- $50.00
Dorney family
October 18th, 2009"May the love and strength of our Lord be with Ellie and your entire family"
- $50.00
The Sheets family
October 17th, 2009"We will be praying for your precious little girl and your whole family. "
- $50.00
The Holmes Family
October 16th, 2009"Happy "8th" Birthday!!! We're all praying for you! "
- $50.00
www.photographybychanda.com
October 14th, 2009"you girls are so beautiful inside and out.... everyone is looking up to you both....Have Fun... :) love me, Chanda :)"
- $50.00
Carol Puckett
October 12th, 2009"Laurie I am very of you for helping this special family. Hope the girls have the best birthday ever. May God Bless the family."
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Wanda Horton
October 11th, 2009"I hope this is a most special birthday party for Ellie and may God wrap his arms around the entire family."
- $50.00
The Patton Family
October 8th, 2009"I hope both girls have a great 8th."
- $50.00
Sharon Gattis
October 8th, 2009"Laurie, I know you will make this day very special for Ellie and Grace"
- $50.00
Neal R. Kennedy
October 8th, 2009"I have always loved birthdays and want to help make Ellie and Grace's birthday memorable."
- $50.00
The Landis Family
October 7th, 2009"We hope that Ellie and Grace enjoy this very special celebration! Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
FUNDRAISER PROGRESS
GOAL: $2,000
Rula Shoman gave $500
October 27th, 2009"Happy Birthday Ellie and Grace!! I hope you all have the most amazing time at the party!!"
Spectrum Mobile - Mike McKee gave $500
October 26th, 2009"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Now go have fun this weekend!"
The Moultons gave $100
October 28th, 2009"You are all in our thoughts and prayers! Have a GREAT celebration."
Tony & Lak Bikhazi gave $100
October 19th, 2009"A very happy birthday to Ellie and Grace. God bless."
Michelle Devanney gave $50
October 30th, 2009"Happy Birthday Ellie and Grace! We are praying for Team Potvin! May God bless all of you. "
The Moultons gave $100
October 28th, 2009"You are all in our thoughts and prayers! Have a GREAT celebration."
Hailey and Mike Arthur gave $50
October 27th, 2009"We are praying for your family. We hope the girls have a great 8th birthday! From the Arthur Family and Pigtails & Crewcuts Blakeney"
Rula Shoman gave $500
October 27th, 2009"Happy Birthday Ellie and Grace!! I hope you all have the most amazing time at the party!!"
