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 turned two years old in October 2007 and I am fighting for my life. I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma in April 2007 and my world has changed drastically since then.

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 was able to remove the tumor from my abdomen near my adrenal gland. 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 in my protocol is six months of oral chemotherapy (retinoic acid).

The doctors say after my treatment I will have a 33% chance of survival. I'm lucky to live near Cincinnati Childrens' hospital and I am receiving excellent medical care. Since April 25th 2007, this has been an exhausting and overwhelming ordeal for me and my family. I need your prayers and your support.

Please pray for my strength and health. Pray that my treatment will be effective and cure this life-threatening cancer. Pray for me to beat this so I can grow up to be a strong, healthy boy.

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