“Ashton Dunavan is a beautiful, inspiring 13-year-old girl! Her story is one of hope, faith, & determination. Ashton was diagnosed with leukemia in December 2011. It started with a small nodule on the back of her neck. After almost 2 months, numerous pediatrician visits, an x-ray, lab work, tb test, ENT visit, and a biopsy- the bad news came – she had leukemia. As you can imagine, a diagnosis of leukemia was devastating to Ashton and her family. After the initial shock, the family dried their tears and did what they had to do – began their fight. The very next day after her diagnosis she started treatment at Cook Children’s Hospital in Fort Worth, TX. She is currently undergoing a 2-year chemotherapy treatment.
During our photo session, Ashton was so bright & happy! I tried to get her to be “serious” for a couple shots, but it never worked – she just constantly had a huge smile on her face! What an incredible thing, to be faced with such a hardship at a young age and still have a positive attitude. Ashton’s mom, Stephanie, describes Ashton as the family’s rock. She is so strong and courageous. Ashton is not able to physically attend school right now, but she is doing home studies in between her chemo trips in Fort Worth. She loves shopping, gymnastics, cheerleading, spending time with her friends, and cuddling with her dog. Ashton and her family lean on God at this time in their lives and have ultimate faith that she will beat cancer! I had such a great time photographing Ashton, her mom, and her big sister, Bentleigh. A couple days after our photo session Ashton began to lose her hair again, she is now bald & beautiful again! Ashton’s favorite slogan sums it up best, “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the ONLY thing.”” – Written by Fotocrew Member Mallory Buck
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
-Phil 4:13
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beautiful girl. beautiful images. beautiful story.
Absolutely LOVE these photos! Great job Mallory and continued prayers to Ashton – what a beautiful young lady.
Thanks for sharing this incredible story. The photos are stunning!!! Be blessed Ashton and keep fighting.
What a beautiful story to go with a beautiful smile…..I pray magical days of healthy blessings are ahead for Ashton! Wonderful job on the photo story!
Thank you for sharing. The Dunavan family is friends with my Sister and her 6 year old daughter, who is also undergoing treatment Leukemia at Cook’s. I can’t look at these photos without crying – they are so beautiful, and knowing how strong and happy she is makes one hopeful and looking toward the future. Great work, I know they have to love these photos.
Oh u 3….. So beautiful this is. Love all the pictures, absolutely beautiful. The song I so love this song, so true it is. Love yal much, thank u for sharing. Xoxo xoxo xo xo love yal big
WOW! There are no other words. You are all so beautiful you belong in the movies. I cried, prayed and believed. Your story will bless, strengthen and save many. This is one my favorite songs too.
This is wonderfully done! great job and prayers for Ashton! What an amazing young lady. I love her smile.
What a touching story…. and precious girl! Will keep her in our prayers for full recovery! Katie, what a testimony for the love of Christ is this philanthropy! 🙂