We all fight for more birthdays differently. Here’s a story of someone who used her creativity to turn her cancer experience into a positive one. Simone Smith, wife of hip-hop legend LL Cool J, was inspired to design stylish charms that represented her journey from diagnosis to treatment, and now sells them to support the cause.
In 2004, Simone was diagnosed with stage III chondorosarcoma – a rare form of cancer. Her treatment required an invasive surgery that altered the appearance of her lollipop tattoo. “It literally looks like someone took a bite out of it,” said Simone.
She was so moved by the experience that she designed a lollipop charm to represent her journey towards getting well and staying well, and hopes the charm will inspire others to help the cancer survivors in their lives and support the fight for more birthdays.
Ten percent of the purchase price is donated to the American Cancer Society. Click here to learn more about Simone I. Smith’s “A Sweet Touch of Hope” charm series.
I think that was a amazing ideal of desiging a lollipop charm from a tattoo that was looking like someone had took a bite out of it…And Simone being moved by the experience of that in her life at that time. It really inspires me to do something amazing and incrediable for others in need. Not that i have anything to really give besides my love and dedication. Simone u really are a amazing women….And i just want to Thank You Again…… Sincerely, Mandy Kay Goltowski
Great work done by American society on healthy criteria
This is great achievement and great creativeness..