"My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.“

-Jim Valvano

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"And if you see me, smile and maybe give me a hug. That's important to me too."

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"We need your help. I need your help. We need money for research. It may not save my life. It may save my children's life. It may save someone you love. And it's very important."

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