When Sophie was just 4 years old, she went to sleep away camp for an entire 10 nights without a second thought. For a short time, she was able to completely forget about her illness and chemo treatments and instead enjoy every single moment of her days surrounded by some of the most incredible friends, counselors and staff. At camp, Sophie had the chance to be whatever she wanted to be.

Each day was an adventure: she got to ride in a helicopter, go boating, watch fireworks, bake, dance and eat ice cream every day (sometimes multiple times a day). One day she would dress up as a princess, the next day a fairy, the next a nurse. There wasn't a spot on her head that wasn't covered in face paint and tattoos. From the minute she came home that first summer she was already looking forward to returning the next year and she told stories about camp and her best friends the entire year.

There was no stopping her from going back to camp the following summer in 2019. Even though she was very ill, Sophie somehow found the strength to pick up and go to camp, and this time she didn't call home once the entire 12 days. That second year she lost her first tooth, pushed the camp’s bakery to its limits making hundreds of cookies, and was able to find peace and happiness in a magical environment that was crafted to make her happy.

Sophie passed away a few days after returning from camp in July 2019. Mommy, Daddy, JJ, Koby, and Teddy all love you Sophie and miss you every second of every day.

In Jan 2027, Team Sophie will return to Miami for its 8th full/half marathon. Every mile, blister, ache, and drop of sweat is dedicated to Sophie. Every member of Team Sophie is helping to give the same incredible experience to other ill children.

Please walk, run, or donate to an incredible organization that exists for the sole purpose (pun intended) of helping amazing kids like Sophie find happiness.

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