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The power of will: Chapter 4

When Will Lacey was 6 months old, he was diagnosed with a deadly form of cancer called neuroblastoma. These photos, taken by the Laceys and Boston Globe photographers, document Will’s long fight against the disease, the people who played a significant role in that battle, as well as the scenes of everyday life as the Laceys chased their indefensible hope that Will could be cured.

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Will with his sister Evelyn on his 7th birthday, while vacationing on Cape Cod.Lacey family
Will receiving a nuclear medicine infusion in 2012, which will allow doctors to scan his body looking for signs of tumors.Lacey family
Will in Grand Rapids to visit Dr. Sholler — he had just finished scans and was washing down his pizza with his DFMO.Lacey family/Pat Lacey
Will power bracelet.Lacey family/Pat Lacey
Will waiting for pizza at Lynwood Cafe in Randolph.Lacey family
Will watching the movie “Miracle” before heading off to a hockey game in 2012.Lacey family/Lacey Family
Catherine, Will, and Evelyn on vacation on Cape Cod.Lacey family
Will playing goalie in a youth hockey game.Lacey family
Will topping the Christmas tree in 2012.Lacey family

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