Hi my name is Shatia Drake I was first diagnosed with AML LEUKEMIA ON MAY 12,2016 ON May 13,2016 I was sent to Cleveland Clinic children to start immediate treatment of chemo , I had several treatments and lots of hospital stays, on October 21,2016 I underwent a stem cell transplant as well as radiation therapy. After months of treatment and countless hospital stays I am now in remission, although not completely done do to the many ups and downs I live my days the best and that's #TiaStrong , I am going thru GVHD and I still have a lot going on overall I'm in a much better place so now I would like to share my journey and although we struggle mentally,...
Been a while
September 28th, 2018
So it’s been a while since I’ve wrote on here but from then to now I’ve had to have surgery...
Been a while
September 28th, 2018
So it’s been a while since I’ve wrote on here but from then to now I’ve had to have surgery...
It’s soon
August 15th, 2018
Well my birthday isAugust 26 it’s my first birthday out of the hospital I’m so excited and proud of my...
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Allen Brown on August 27th, 2019
Here is wishing you a happy birthday from the Brown Family.
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Jacqueline Beach on August 23rd, 2018
Happy Birthday Shatia! Enjoy your special day!
Thoughts and prayers.
Love, Rockey and Jackie Beach
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Ashley Musarra on May 22nd, 2018
Hi Shatia ♥️
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Ashley Musarra on May 22nd, 2018
Hi Shatia ♥️
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LaShawn Preston on April 18th, 2018
It's ok love you have me and our love will make it through, I do understand we are having struggles and we've lost a lot over time but know, we got this far without much we will continue, I just want you to be happy and getting to a sense of normality again always know We got this, even if it's just us
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Shannon Beach on April 01st, 2018
Glad to hear your light therapy is going well. We are constantly thinking and praying for you, Tia. Stay Strong!
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Shannon Beach on March 14th, 2018
Shatia, we are always thinking and praying for you. You are beautiful, and you will get through this. You are one tough chica!!!
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Shannon Beach on March 04th, 2018
So happy to hear you are going home. Feel better :)
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Shannon Beach on February 05th, 2018
Awesome news--a true celebration is deserved. Keep killing it, Tia!
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Shannon Beach on February 05th, 2018
You both are strong ladies and true inspirations!
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LAShawn (on behalf of) Shatia Drake Preston on February 01st, 2018
Yay so happy
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AdjaNai Wilson on January 31st, 2018
I meant hun
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AdjaNai Wilson on January 31st, 2018
Your a very strong uoumg lady and admire your strength and courage you inspire me to not let the world break me at my low points in life thank you nun for being you #TeamTia
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Shannon Beach on January 31st, 2018
Keep fighting, girl! So happy to hear the new good news about your labs. Look forward to seeing you in February!
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Team Lifextraordinary on January 30th, 2018
Thank you for the inspiring updates and sharing your journey on Lifextrordinary! Keep us posted
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