I found this very humerous!
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) announced today an unusual outbreak of Pre-Walk Syndrome (PWS) in the State of Texas. Although residents have been cautioned, PWS is communicable, it is not terminal, though it certainly constitutes a nuisance, not only to its victims, but to the families who care for PWS sufferers.
Symptoms of PWS are as follows: anxiety, nervousness, obsessive packing, unpacking and repacking of duffle bags and suitcases, repeated inflating and deflating of various mattresses, excessive chatter on message boards, a tendency to worry and obsess over small things and excessive fluid intake (only Gatorade will do).
Sufferers of PWS often eat large quantities of ice cream, pasta and meat products, have strange dreams, usually involving various brands of athletic shoes, socks and electrolyte replacements.
PWS sufferers also "lurk" in running stores, examining various water bottles, fanny packs, camel packs, socks and other sports paraphernalia, and are often heard to mutter "Did I get the right brand? Is this right? Should I try this now? No. No. Too late to switch."
Dr. Wal King, of the CDC, states the only known cure for PWS is physical activity. He advises PWS sufferers to take a long walk, preferably 60 miles or more in length.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Friday, October 3, 2008
SUPPORTER Guide!!! 2008
Live Breast Cancer 3-Day Camp Webcam
Your loved ones are just a click away thanks to the LIVE Breast Cancer 3-Day Camp Webcam! The webcam will be available for viewing between the hours of 2:00 pm and 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday during the event. Visit this page during the event to access the link to the webcam. (Video only. No audio.)
Before the Event
Getting ready for the Breast Cancer 3-Day is a big job. Here are some ways to support your participant before the big day arrives.
Write a letter expressing your love and support to your walker, which we’ll deliver to them on the event at the 3-Day Camp Post Office. (Envelopes only, please. No boxes or large packages. Mail must be postmarked no later than October 28th in order to ensure delivery at the 3-Day Camp Post Office. Any mail that is not retrieved by the walker by December 1st will be destroyed.)
Please send letters to:
Breast Cancer 3-Day Camp Post Office
ATTN: INSERT NAME OF PARTICIPANT
5100 Eldorado Parkway
PMB 539
McKinney, TX 75070
Organize a group to host your very own Cheering Station. (Call us at 800.996.3DAY for more information.)
Organize a group of Camp Angels to assist participants with setting up and striking tents and unloading gear. (Call us at 800.996.3DAY for more information.)
Help raise money.
Go on a training walk.
Opening Ceremony
The Breast Cancer 3-Day begins early Friday morning with the Opening Ceremony. This celebration is not just for participants. Friends and family are highly encouraged to attend. There will be a group stretch to warm-up the body, and inspirational speakers who will warm-up the spirit - all leading up to an exciting and emotional send-off! After the Opening Ceremony is over, participants will begin walking the 60-mile route and start a journey of a lifetime. It will be made all that more special if you are there to help send them off with smiles and encouragement.
Friday, November 7
Southfork Ranch
3700 Hogge Rd
Parker, TX 75002
Schedule for the Day:
4:00 am - Crew members should arrive.
5:30 am - 6:00 am Walkers should arrive.
6:30 am - Opening Ceremony begins with community stretching.
Driving Directions:
To get to Southfork, take US Highway 75/Central Expressway to Exit #30, Parker Road. Head east on Parker Road for approximately 5.5 miles. At the intersection of FM 2551 South (also known as Hogge Road or Murphy Road), take a right. Southfork Ranch will be immediately on your left. Enter Gate 5 to park or drop off a participant.
Cheering Stations
Cheering Stations are a great way to show your support along the route to encourage walkers and let them know that you are with them every step of the way. Seeing familiar faces cheering them on can provide that extra burst of energy that gets them to take that next step or go the next mile. Create banners, hold up signs, bring some music and make some noise - anything to make them smile, get energized and keep walking.
Cheering Station locations will be posted two weeks prior to the Breast Cancer 3-Day.
Camp
Our campsite is meant to be a special place for your participants to relax, reflect and bond with the Breast Cancer 3-Day community. To help us maintain a safe, secure and organized campsite for your loved ones, we ask that you respect our “no visitors” policy. Also, if you wish to call your walker or crew member, please do not call after 9:00 pm “lights out,” when camp is a quiet zone.
While at Home
Capture the Breast Cancer 3-Day in the news: While walkers are taking steps to end breast cancer, save any media coverage of the Breast Cancer 3-Day. Aside from being a nice addition to your participant's Breast Cancer 3-Day memorabilia, it will show his/her impact on the community.
Engage the kids in the cause: Since holding down the fort may include taking care of the kids, you can make this time meaningful by connecting them with the breast cancer cause.
Have them create signs or decorations if they are able to go to a cheering station.
Have them create a welcome home banner.
Give them journals so they can write or draw what they’ve been doing for three days.
Have them plan a welcome home meal or put together a care package with goodies, movies, comfy slippers, etc.
Use this as an opportunity to talk to your kids about community, helping others and making a difference in the world.
Closing Ceremony
After three days and 60 miles, participants will take a final and incredibly emotional victory walk into the Closing Ceremony. Friends, family and supporters should arrive at the Closing Ceremony site at least one hour early to get the best view of the program. Please allow extra travel time due to expected congestion at the site.
All walkers and crew members should remain in the Participant Holding Area where they will receive a victory shirt, cheer on fellow walkers and crew members and celebrate one last time together before their dramatic victory walk. The Participant Holding area is CLOSED to spectators. If you wish to meet with a participant before the Ceremony begins, please have them meet you at the Closing Ceremony site. All participants must return to the Holding Area no later than 4:00 pm in order to join the victory walk.
Sunday, November 9th Schedule:
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Walkers arrive at Holding Area
3:30 pm: Spectators arrive and should head directly to the stage
4:00 pm: Participants begin lining up for victory walk
4:30 pm: Closing Ceremonies begin
Southern Methodist University - Dallas Hall
3225 University Blvd
Dallas, TX 75205
Directions:
Click here for a map to Southern Methodist University - Dallas Hall.
For directions from other locations, visit SMU’s website at: http://www.smu.edu/maps/directions.asp
To view their interactive map including parking options: http://www.smu.edu/maps/flash/. Note that Breast Cancer 3-Day spectators are welcome to park in any spot, included permitted lots, on the SMU campus other than those reserved for handicapped parking.
From U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway): Traveling from the north, take the Lovers Lane/University Boulevard/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn right (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
Traveling from the south: Take the Mockingbird Lane/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn left (west). Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
From Dallas North Tollway: Exit Mockingbird Lane and proceed east past Hillcrest Avenue to Bishop Boulevard. Turn left (north) onto the campus. Proceed north 300 feet to Schlegel Street. Turn right to access the Meadows Museum Parking Garage.
From Denton: Traveling south on IH-35E, exit east on IH-635 (LBJ Freeway). Proceed to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway) and exit south toward downtown. Proceed about five miles and take the Lovers Lane/University Boulevard/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn right (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
From Waco: Traveling north on IH-35E, exit east on the Woodall Rogers Freeway just north of downtown Dallas. Proceed east for a few miles and then exit north to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway). Proceed north for about five miles and take the Mockingbird Lane/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard and turn left (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
From IH-30: Traveling from either direction, exit north to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway); the sign indicates “Sherman.” Proceed north for about five miles and take the Mockingbird Lane/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard and turn left (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
From D/FW International Airport: Take the North Exit from the airport to IH-635 (LBJ Freeway). Proceed to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway) and exit south toward downtown. Proceed about five miles and take the Lovers Lane/University Boulevard/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn right (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
After the Event
Your participant has participated in two emotional celebrations, a challenging 60-mile journey and a life-changing experience in just three days. Now, it’s time to go back home. Here are some tips on how to help your walker make a smooth transition back to their daily routine.
Have a welcome home meal prepared and make it an evening of rest and relaxation.
Encourage your participant to share the Breast Cancer 3-Day experience.
If you can’t attend the Closing Ceremony, be sure to ask how much money was raised!
Unpack, clean and put away gear.
Share the newspaper articles or news footage that you’ve collected over the weekend.
The following day, give your participant a massage or schedule a day of pampering at a spa.
In the days to come, help your participant write thank you notes.
Print pictures and assemble a scrapbook.
Help your participant plan a reunion party to keep in touch with other walkers.
Get ready to do it all over again! Maybe you’ll be joining the Breast Cancer 3-Day in 2009!
Your loved ones are just a click away thanks to the LIVE Breast Cancer 3-Day Camp Webcam! The webcam will be available for viewing between the hours of 2:00 pm and 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday during the event. Visit this page during the event to access the link to the webcam. (Video only. No audio.)
Before the Event
Getting ready for the Breast Cancer 3-Day is a big job. Here are some ways to support your participant before the big day arrives.
Write a letter expressing your love and support to your walker, which we’ll deliver to them on the event at the 3-Day Camp Post Office. (Envelopes only, please. No boxes or large packages. Mail must be postmarked no later than October 28th in order to ensure delivery at the 3-Day Camp Post Office. Any mail that is not retrieved by the walker by December 1st will be destroyed.)
Please send letters to:
Breast Cancer 3-Day Camp Post Office
ATTN: INSERT NAME OF PARTICIPANT
5100 Eldorado Parkway
PMB 539
McKinney, TX 75070
Organize a group to host your very own Cheering Station. (Call us at 800.996.3DAY for more information.)
Organize a group of Camp Angels to assist participants with setting up and striking tents and unloading gear. (Call us at 800.996.3DAY for more information.)
Help raise money.
Go on a training walk.
Opening Ceremony
The Breast Cancer 3-Day begins early Friday morning with the Opening Ceremony. This celebration is not just for participants. Friends and family are highly encouraged to attend. There will be a group stretch to warm-up the body, and inspirational speakers who will warm-up the spirit - all leading up to an exciting and emotional send-off! After the Opening Ceremony is over, participants will begin walking the 60-mile route and start a journey of a lifetime. It will be made all that more special if you are there to help send them off with smiles and encouragement.
Friday, November 7
Southfork Ranch
3700 Hogge Rd
Parker, TX 75002
Schedule for the Day:
4:00 am - Crew members should arrive.
5:30 am - 6:00 am Walkers should arrive.
6:30 am - Opening Ceremony begins with community stretching.
Driving Directions:
To get to Southfork, take US Highway 75/Central Expressway to Exit #30, Parker Road. Head east on Parker Road for approximately 5.5 miles. At the intersection of FM 2551 South (also known as Hogge Road or Murphy Road), take a right. Southfork Ranch will be immediately on your left. Enter Gate 5 to park or drop off a participant.
Cheering Stations
Cheering Stations are a great way to show your support along the route to encourage walkers and let them know that you are with them every step of the way. Seeing familiar faces cheering them on can provide that extra burst of energy that gets them to take that next step or go the next mile. Create banners, hold up signs, bring some music and make some noise - anything to make them smile, get energized and keep walking.
Cheering Station locations will be posted two weeks prior to the Breast Cancer 3-Day.
Camp
Our campsite is meant to be a special place for your participants to relax, reflect and bond with the Breast Cancer 3-Day community. To help us maintain a safe, secure and organized campsite for your loved ones, we ask that you respect our “no visitors” policy. Also, if you wish to call your walker or crew member, please do not call after 9:00 pm “lights out,” when camp is a quiet zone.
While at Home
Capture the Breast Cancer 3-Day in the news: While walkers are taking steps to end breast cancer, save any media coverage of the Breast Cancer 3-Day. Aside from being a nice addition to your participant's Breast Cancer 3-Day memorabilia, it will show his/her impact on the community.
Engage the kids in the cause: Since holding down the fort may include taking care of the kids, you can make this time meaningful by connecting them with the breast cancer cause.
Have them create signs or decorations if they are able to go to a cheering station.
Have them create a welcome home banner.
Give them journals so they can write or draw what they’ve been doing for three days.
Have them plan a welcome home meal or put together a care package with goodies, movies, comfy slippers, etc.
Use this as an opportunity to talk to your kids about community, helping others and making a difference in the world.
Closing Ceremony
After three days and 60 miles, participants will take a final and incredibly emotional victory walk into the Closing Ceremony. Friends, family and supporters should arrive at the Closing Ceremony site at least one hour early to get the best view of the program. Please allow extra travel time due to expected congestion at the site.
All walkers and crew members should remain in the Participant Holding Area where they will receive a victory shirt, cheer on fellow walkers and crew members and celebrate one last time together before their dramatic victory walk. The Participant Holding area is CLOSED to spectators. If you wish to meet with a participant before the Ceremony begins, please have them meet you at the Closing Ceremony site. All participants must return to the Holding Area no later than 4:00 pm in order to join the victory walk.
Sunday, November 9th Schedule:
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Walkers arrive at Holding Area
3:30 pm: Spectators arrive and should head directly to the stage
4:00 pm: Participants begin lining up for victory walk
4:30 pm: Closing Ceremonies begin
Southern Methodist University - Dallas Hall
3225 University Blvd
Dallas, TX 75205
Directions:
Click here for a map to Southern Methodist University - Dallas Hall.
For directions from other locations, visit SMU’s website at: http://www.smu.edu/maps/directions.asp
To view their interactive map including parking options: http://www.smu.edu/maps/flash/. Note that Breast Cancer 3-Day spectators are welcome to park in any spot, included permitted lots, on the SMU campus other than those reserved for handicapped parking.
From U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway): Traveling from the north, take the Lovers Lane/University Boulevard/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn right (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
Traveling from the south: Take the Mockingbird Lane/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn left (west). Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
From Dallas North Tollway: Exit Mockingbird Lane and proceed east past Hillcrest Avenue to Bishop Boulevard. Turn left (north) onto the campus. Proceed north 300 feet to Schlegel Street. Turn right to access the Meadows Museum Parking Garage.
From Denton: Traveling south on IH-35E, exit east on IH-635 (LBJ Freeway). Proceed to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway) and exit south toward downtown. Proceed about five miles and take the Lovers Lane/University Boulevard/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn right (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
From Waco: Traveling north on IH-35E, exit east on the Woodall Rogers Freeway just north of downtown Dallas. Proceed east for a few miles and then exit north to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway). Proceed north for about five miles and take the Mockingbird Lane/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard and turn left (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
From IH-30: Traveling from either direction, exit north to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway); the sign indicates “Sherman.” Proceed north for about five miles and take the Mockingbird Lane/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard and turn left (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
From D/FW International Airport: Take the North Exit from the airport to IH-635 (LBJ Freeway). Proceed to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway) and exit south toward downtown. Proceed about five miles and take the Lovers Lane/University Boulevard/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn right (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.
After the Event
Your participant has participated in two emotional celebrations, a challenging 60-mile journey and a life-changing experience in just three days. Now, it’s time to go back home. Here are some tips on how to help your walker make a smooth transition back to their daily routine.
Have a welcome home meal prepared and make it an evening of rest and relaxation.
Encourage your participant to share the Breast Cancer 3-Day experience.
If you can’t attend the Closing Ceremony, be sure to ask how much money was raised!
Unpack, clean and put away gear.
Share the newspaper articles or news footage that you’ve collected over the weekend.
The following day, give your participant a massage or schedule a day of pampering at a spa.
In the days to come, help your participant write thank you notes.
Print pictures and assemble a scrapbook.
Help your participant plan a reunion party to keep in touch with other walkers.
Get ready to do it all over again! Maybe you’ll be joining the Breast Cancer 3-Day in 2009!
Friday, June 20, 2008
Breast cancer is a very important health problem in the United States and various other countries around the world. Breast cancer occupies second rank as the leading cause of cancer deaths among women in America. Until recently cancer of the breast topped the list of leading causes of cancer deaths in women, it still occupies an unenviable second position, second only to lung cancer. If skin cancer is excluded, cancer of the breast is the commonest cancer among women living in America. According to the WHO, more than 1.2 million women get the new diagnosis of breast cancer every year in the world. These numbers represent tremendous challenges posed by breast cancer within the United States of America and across the world.
Breast cancer claims the top position as the leading cause of deaths from cancer among women aged between 40 and 55 years. Breast cancer can occur in males too; with about 1450 new cases of male breast cancer diagnosed every year in the United States. It is comforting to note that the deaths from breast cancer among women of all ages have declined in US by 2.8 percent for every year from 1990 to 2000. The declining mortality rates may be attributed to the successful screening programs and progress in various therapy modalities of breast cancer.
Komen Lobby Day 2008
On Thursday June 5 nearly 300 breast cancer Survivors and activists from all over the country represented Susan G. Komen for the Cure on Capitol Hill. I was part of the delegation from my local affiliate, the North Carolina Triad Affiliate. We were there to meet with our representatives so that we could explain the need for increased cancer research funding and improved access to screening and treatment.
It is expected that a piece of comprehensive cancer legislation, intended to "reignite the war against cancer," will be introduced this summer. Developed by Senators Kennedy ( D-MA) and Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX), the bill is known as as the Kennedy-Hutchison Cancer Legislation.
According to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Advocacy Alliance, here is what you can expect to find in this legislation:
(1) A greater investment in cancer research, particularly translational research.
(2) An emphasis on early detection.
(3) Improved access to cancer care for underserved populations. How? Among other things, by expanding access to clinical trials.
Go here to listen to an NPR interview with Senator Hutchison about this legislation. Keep in mind that this legislation is not exclusive to breast cancer; it is applicable to all cancers. Did you know that approximately 1500 Americans die from cancer every day? That 40 percent of all Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime? (*)
Ricardo Antonio Chivara (Carlos on "Desperate Housewives") spoke at a press conference on the steps of Capitol Hill. His mother died of breast cancer when he was a teenager.
On Thursday June 5 nearly 300 breast cancer Survivors and activists from all over the country represented Susan G. Komen for the Cure on Capitol Hill. I was part of the delegation from my local affiliate, the North Carolina Triad Affiliate. We were there to meet with our representatives so that we could explain the need for increased cancer research funding and improved access to screening and treatment.
It is expected that a piece of comprehensive cancer legislation, intended to "reignite the war against cancer," will be introduced this summer. Developed by Senators Kennedy ( D-MA) and Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX), the bill is known as as the Kennedy-Hutchison Cancer Legislation.
According to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Advocacy Alliance, here is what you can expect to find in this legislation:
(1) A greater investment in cancer research, particularly translational research.
(2) An emphasis on early detection.
(3) Improved access to cancer care for underserved populations. How? Among other things, by expanding access to clinical trials.
Go here to listen to an NPR interview with Senator Hutchison about this legislation. Keep in mind that this legislation is not exclusive to breast cancer; it is applicable to all cancers. Did you know that approximately 1500 Americans die from cancer every day? That 40 percent of all Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lifetime? (*)
Ricardo Antonio Chivara (Carlos on "Desperate Housewives") spoke at a press conference on the steps of Capitol Hill. His mother died of breast cancer when he was a teenager.
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Please Join Us . .
These are the hands of women who have cared for each other, nurtured each other, loved each other.These are the hands of women who have blessed each other, served each other, treated each other with respect.These are the hands of the mother and daughters who have prayed together, played together, and stayed together.These are the hands of the women who have worked hard to keep family bonds unbroken and have shared traditions and faith.
These are the hands of the sisters who hold their loving and courageous mother in prayer right now.
These are the hands of the sisters who hold their loving and courageous mother in prayer right now.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
We walk to remember, we honor them . . .
This poem was posted on someone's breast cancer page and I really loved reading it. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have, pass it on! -Ana
There's an empty seat at the dinner table where a mother use to sit.
She's 34 years old, full of life and dreams and two small kids.
There's a young man with a tear in this eye and pink ribbon on his coat, in memory of the only love he'd ever known.
There's a lady looking in the mirror without a single strand of hair, she barely recognizes the woman standing there.
She's waging a silent war against an enemy inside and putting up the fight of her life.
That's why we walk.
We honor them all and that's why we walk.
She lays in a cold small room in a baby-blue paper gown, anticipating what the x-rays might have found.
Then she hears the words that always stop you on a dime and pray that they found it in time.That's why we walk.
We honor them all and that's why we walk.
For life for love, for one another, for him, for her, there's strength in numbers.
We walk to remember, we walk to celebrate, that's why we walk, leaning on each other, and holding on to faith, for those who are gone and those who live on.
We honor them all and that's why we walk.
Win a Pink iPod!!!!
I ran across this website/blog the other day!! Wow what amazing words, ideas, promotions, comments! I was so immpressed with this site, and more than anything I too wanted to do something like this. All those walking know just how hard it is to fundraise, we all know first hand that after a while asking the same people year after year for money, get's old and you always have to come up with new ways and ideas to fundraise. Well.....on this site, not only will you find many great things, but there giving away a PINK NANO....yep, a pink iPod Nano....now, I'm determined to win this, and I feel like I'm going to, only because I want it more than you do! But really, this is an amzing cause, I ask you all to head on over, read these words, post a comment and donate to a great cause! Donate to this team donate to mind, but donate, it's an amazing cause! http://our3day.com/ is the link!! Head on over, donate and you might win the June give-a-way!! Which I already did, but go on!! Check it out! -Ana"I choose “Life” as the category for this blog, because that’s really what it’s about. Not necessarily MY life, but others’ lives. There are a couple of things going on here. First, let me tell you about my Mom’s friend Donna at work. A couple of weeks ago, Donna’s husband started complaining about being tired and not feeling well. They assumed it was nothing and figured it would go away. Eventually, he started feeling worse, and having other more severe symptoms. They went to the ER, and after quite a few tests, it was determined that he has cancer…of the liver, the pancreas, it had even spread to his intestines. All of this from feeling tired and “not well”. It’s too far gone to treat, and he’s been given just a couple of months. Donna had told my Mom about her disbelief of the situation. Just a week or two ago, they had been sitting on the back porch planning the landscaping for their yard, and now he’s going to be gone in less than two months. The cancer is too advanced to treat. They won’t even try chemotherapy. Now, I am not telling you this to depress you. I’m telling you this because it woke me up a little. Despite the things that I have heard, seen, and read in the past couple of months since signing up for the Breast Cancer 3 Day, it never occured to me how quickly cancer can steal a life. I’ve heard of the treatments that these women endure and how hard it is on their bodies, but I had never considered those treatments not even being an option. What do you do when all you have is a little time, and then it’s done? How does a mom with small children explain to them that she might not see the end of their school year, their next birthday, or Christmas? Now I feel like I TRULY understand the need for early detection. What could the difference have been if this had been discovered two months ago?
Yesterday was the official kickoff for training walks for the 3 day in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Laurie and I went down to University Park, which is a beautiful old neighborhood near SMU. We joined about 150 other women who were there to kick off their training with a 4 mile walk. It was incredible to see the people that turned out. There were young women, middle age women, older women, husbands, brothers, survivors, supporters… We started our walk through the neighborhood at the New Balance store (they’re an official outfitter/sponsor for the walk) and wound through the gorgeous neighborhood. The sidewalks were well shaded by the old trees, and the houses were absolutely incredible. Along the way, neighbors and kids came out to wave to us and clap for us. Some even thanked us. The sidewalks had been decorated with encouraging phrases (like, “YOU ROCK!”), arrows, and pink ribbons. There was a “cheer station” where supporters were waiting to greet us with candy, give us stickers and cheer us on. There were cars that honked and waved as they drove by. At the finish line, we were greeted with even more cheering and high fives! I knew all along that this was a good cause, and that this was a wonderful thing to do. I guess I just hadn’t really felt it as much as I did yesterday. Being around all those other women, many of which have beat the disease, really drove this home for me. I can’t wait for the big event now. I can’t wait to meet more incredible people with amazing stories.
My feet are sore, and my legs a little achy today, but that’s nothing compaired to what some of the other women there have been through. I’m just grateful to be healty enough to be able to make this journey. Next year, there may be more survivors walking, because of what we are doing this year. THAT makes sixty miles soooooo worth while, despite the horror stories of blisters and swollen feet we’ve heard. I’ll take some blisters for the team! We really are going to make a difference, one that we will remember for rest of our lives.
Hundreds of women rallied prior to the DFW kickoff at New Balance.
This survivor tells her emotional story to the crowd.
This is why we walk!
We walked behind this team that wore angel costumes.
Families stood outside their homes to cheer and wave– one of the most emotional and touching parts of the day. Simply amazing.
Signs of encouragement were all along the route.
Stickers and candy were handed out at “cheer stations” along the path.
Cheers, high-fives and congratulations were waiting at the finish!
I cannot wait to share all of our milestones. This weekend starts the official 24 weeks of training leading up to the 3-Day in November. We have so many wonderful ideas and cannot wait to share them all with you. We appeciate all of your support!"
Yesterday was the official kickoff for training walks for the 3 day in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Laurie and I went down to University Park, which is a beautiful old neighborhood near SMU. We joined about 150 other women who were there to kick off their training with a 4 mile walk. It was incredible to see the people that turned out. There were young women, middle age women, older women, husbands, brothers, survivors, supporters… We started our walk through the neighborhood at the New Balance store (they’re an official outfitter/sponsor for the walk) and wound through the gorgeous neighborhood. The sidewalks were well shaded by the old trees, and the houses were absolutely incredible. Along the way, neighbors and kids came out to wave to us and clap for us. Some even thanked us. The sidewalks had been decorated with encouraging phrases (like, “YOU ROCK!”), arrows, and pink ribbons. There was a “cheer station” where supporters were waiting to greet us with candy, give us stickers and cheer us on. There were cars that honked and waved as they drove by. At the finish line, we were greeted with even more cheering and high fives! I knew all along that this was a good cause, and that this was a wonderful thing to do. I guess I just hadn’t really felt it as much as I did yesterday. Being around all those other women, many of which have beat the disease, really drove this home for me. I can’t wait for the big event now. I can’t wait to meet more incredible people with amazing stories.
My feet are sore, and my legs a little achy today, but that’s nothing compaired to what some of the other women there have been through. I’m just grateful to be healty enough to be able to make this journey. Next year, there may be more survivors walking, because of what we are doing this year. THAT makes sixty miles soooooo worth while, despite the horror stories of blisters and swollen feet we’ve heard. I’ll take some blisters for the team! We really are going to make a difference, one that we will remember for rest of our lives.
Hundreds of women rallied prior to the DFW kickoff at New Balance.
This survivor tells her emotional story to the crowd.
This is why we walk!
We walked behind this team that wore angel costumes.
Families stood outside their homes to cheer and wave– one of the most emotional and touching parts of the day. Simply amazing.
Signs of encouragement were all along the route.
Stickers and candy were handed out at “cheer stations” along the path.
Cheers, high-fives and congratulations were waiting at the finish!
I cannot wait to share all of our milestones. This weekend starts the official 24 weeks of training leading up to the 3-Day in November. We have so many wonderful ideas and cannot wait to share them all with you. We appeciate all of your support!"
Monday, June 16, 2008
My 2008 3 Day Journey, begins . . .
My 2008 3 Day Journey
The Minimum...To walk in this event, each participant must raise $2200. There are a lot of people who think that this is wrong and that you should be able to walk no matter how much you raise. Here are my thoughts on that based on my experience. I have fund raised for many things since I was in grade school. Most of the time, you are trying to get to a certain level of sales to obtain a "prize". Most people, myself included, don't raise beyond that minimum because they reached the goal of what they wanted. In some cases, there is no "prize" for your fundraising efforts and in these cases most people, myself included, tend to ask for donation from a few people then stop after they have raised a little bit of money.What I have found since doing this event last year, is that I spend a lot of time trying to come up with creative ways of raising money for this cause. "Having" to raise such a large amount of money has caused me to be more bold in asking for money and also caused me to think outside the box and come up with fun ideas that bring in the cash!It is a fun way to be creative and in the end the "prize" for my fundraising effort is that my kids may not have to grow up without me or that anyone else should have to lose a loved one to this disease.So instead of thinking "why, why, why do I have to raise so much money?" Shift your thinking to "Why not"! The life you save may very well be your own!Ask, ask, ask and you will receive!
The Minimum...To walk in this event, each participant must raise $2200. There are a lot of people who think that this is wrong and that you should be able to walk no matter how much you raise. Here are my thoughts on that based on my experience. I have fund raised for many things since I was in grade school. Most of the time, you are trying to get to a certain level of sales to obtain a "prize". Most people, myself included, don't raise beyond that minimum because they reached the goal of what they wanted. In some cases, there is no "prize" for your fundraising efforts and in these cases most people, myself included, tend to ask for donation from a few people then stop after they have raised a little bit of money.What I have found since doing this event last year, is that I spend a lot of time trying to come up with creative ways of raising money for this cause. "Having" to raise such a large amount of money has caused me to be more bold in asking for money and also caused me to think outside the box and come up with fun ideas that bring in the cash!It is a fun way to be creative and in the end the "prize" for my fundraising effort is that my kids may not have to grow up without me or that anyone else should have to lose a loved one to this disease.So instead of thinking "why, why, why do I have to raise so much money?" Shift your thinking to "Why not"! The life you save may very well be your own!Ask, ask, ask and you will receive!
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
2 Feet+3 Days+60 Miles = An Amazing Journey of Inspiration!
I am raising money to walk in the 3 Day Breast Cancer Walk this November in DFW, Texas. I hope to raise in excess of $2200 for the walk. All proceeds benefit The 3 Day Breast Cancer Walk.
To learn more about my walk visit:
The event is filled with walkers, friends, family, and co-workers who have made a commitment to walk 60 miles over 3 days to help find a cure for breast cancer. I will be training very hard between now and November to prepare for this amazing journey. I will also be working very hard to fundraise at minimum $2200.
I need the support of our friends, family and community to help me achieve my goals and to make a bold statement in the fight against this deadly disease.
Adopt a “Pink Ribbon Duck” and donate to this amazing cause!
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Blogging Breast Cancer
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008
I just received a copy of MAMM magazine in the mail—the March/April 2008 issue—and I wish I could lead you to the online version of this publication but the issue is not yet available on MAMM.com. Bummer. Because if it were there, you could read this article titled “Blogging Breast Cancer.” The article starts: Thousands of women are sharing their cancer stories and baring their souls to the world—without ever leaving their computers. Why are online diaries so popular? It goes on to spotlight a handful of breast cancer survivors who author their own blogs. Great info and good reads! Also check out these sites!! - Ana
http://www.fighting-breast-cancer.com/
I just received a copy of MAMM magazine in the mail—the March/April 2008 issue—and I wish I could lead you to the online version of this publication but the issue is not yet available on MAMM.com. Bummer. Because if it were there, you could read this article titled “Blogging Breast Cancer.” The article starts: Thousands of women are sharing their cancer stories and baring their souls to the world—without ever leaving their computers. Why are online diaries so popular? It goes on to spotlight a handful of breast cancer survivors who author their own blogs. Great info and good reads! Also check out these sites!! - Ana
http://www.fighting-breast-cancer.com/
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