St. Jude patient Misheel with her mom, Undrakh
Misheel's story
Misheel had a t-shirt made that reads “Thank You St. Jude For Healing Me” on the front, and “I’m Professor Misheel, Please Ask Me For A Balloon” on the back.
While receiving cancer treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Misheel carried a bag bursting with colorful balloon figures that she created to distribute to other patients, doctors and nurses.
I know that I always can’t be happy, so when I’m feeling down, I like to make others happy. I just like to see their smiles.
St. Jude patient Misheel
Misheel was diagnosed with a mixed germ cell brain tumor in July 2023. “I felt really sad, and I kind of felt mad at myself. I thought it was because of something I did, but later on they told me that there’s no reason for it,” said Misheel. “It just is.”
Misheel was referred to St. Jude, where she received treatment that included chemotherapy and radiation therapy. She found it to be a really special place.
Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — so they can focus on helping their child live.
St. Jude, they heal you. They don’t ask for any money. They pay for what you’re eating. They give you a place to stay. And everyone’s so nice.
St. Jude patient Misheel
Misheel herself contributed to that positivity by brightening people’s days with her balloon art.
Misheel’s other talents include gymnastics, singing and ballet. She has now completed treatment and returned home.
St. Jude patient Misheel with her puppet
St. Jude patient Misheel with her parents
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