My name is Roman Michael Fariello. I was born a big, healthy baby to a wonderful family - Mom, Dad and big sister Sheridan. My life has been blessed with happiness and the love of a large extended family.

I was diagnosed with a peanut allergy in December 2006 after a reaction to an ice cream treat I ate with my sister. I was covered with hives from head to toe. Luckily, Benadryl controlled the reaction. Next time I might not be so lucky. I carry an Epipen with me wherever I go just in case.

I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma in April 2007 and my world has changed drastically since then. I am N-Myc non-amplified.

After my diagnosis, I had many tests and scans. The doctors informed us I had a tumor in my belly and a tumor above my right eye. The cancer had also spread to my bone marrow. A surgeon removed the tumor from my abdomen along with the adrenal gland and lymphnode. The tumor above my eye was inoperable, aggressive chemotherapy made it disappear.

I have completed one major surgery to remove the tumor in my abdomen, three minor surgeries for my central lines and catheters, six rounds of aggressive chemotherapy, a stem-cell harvest, a seventh round of high dose chemotherapy to knock out my bone marrow and a stem-cell rescue "bone marrow transplant", and twelve rounds of local radiation to the abdomen. Not to mention, numerous scans, tests and infusions for blood and platelets. The last step I completed in my protocol was six months of oral chemotherapy (retinoic acid).

The doctors say after my treatment I will have a 33% chance of survival. Since April 25th 2007, this has been an exhausting and overwhelming ordeal for me and my family. I need your prayers and your support because I have scans and lab work every six months to monitor any possible relapse.

Please pray for me and all children fighting for their lives. My family and I thank you for your prayers and support.