Cancer - the medical scourge of our modern society.
It killed Grandma Marie in 1988 - pancreatic cancer.
And my stepmom's first husband in 1981 - pancreatic cancer.
Dad has metasized colon cancer now.
Uncle Kim is a testicular cancer survivor.
Lynn Redgrave died yesterday and Patrick Swayze last summer.
I'm fighting back!!
Me, October 2007, at the end of my first marathon.
This is the deal:
I fly to Boston.
I walk 26.2 miles on Saturday, sleep in a tent and walk 13.1 miles on Sunday. I won't be alone ;-)
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
Funds raised are managed and distributed by the Avon Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) public charity. Grants are awarded to local, regional and national breast cancer organizations to support five areas of the breast cancer cause, including: awareness and education; screening and diagnosis; access to treatment; support services; and, scientific research. Support for the medically underserved is a key priority. Beneficiaries range from leading cancer centers to community-based non-profit breast health programs, creating a powerful international network of research, medical, social service and community-based organizations focused on defeating breast cancer and ensuring access to care.
I looked at a bunch of events, and this one fit into our crazy schedule the best. Husband gave me the frequent flyer tix.
What I want you to do
Chip in $10, or whatever you can afford to give, here.
If I get to my crazy goal of $5,000, I'll color my whole head of hair pink!