When I share Marcus’s story, I can still feel his soul…

Marcus was just shy of his 14th birthday when he was diagnosed with cancer. In that first year he had 5 surgeries, including having most of his pelvis removed. He was also an athlete, and he kept up with his swimming throughout his gruelling …

Marcus was a gifted musician. It was his joy, and he loved to share music with others

Marcus was just shy of his 14th birthday when he was diagnosed with cancer. In that first year he had 5 surgeries, including having most of his pelvis removed. He was also an athlete, and he kept up with his swimming throughout his gruelling recovery. The first time he went to camp, I was thrilled for him, as a mom. As a doctor, I knew this was no small feat. Marcus needed IV anti-microbial treatments and he was in chemo. But, as his journey continued, I was able to see and fell for myself that camp can be as important as any chemo, radiation or surgical treatment—and I’m a doctor!

He went away for a glorious weekend at camp. He felt rotten but he loved every moment. Camp was life affirming for him. It prolonged his life. His adventures were legendary: swimming, archery, waterskiing, rock-climbing, and, of course his great love, music. There was a piano in the dining hall, and whenever Marcus played, a crowd of kids, counsellors and volunteers would inevitably gather. And Marcus was an old soul: what he loved to play was classical music, especially Chopin.

Andre Antunes

Campfire Circle

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