Normally I try to keep this blog to talking about diet related things. Well, this is related... sort of. Part of dieting is exercise and what better way to exercise than to walk right?
For years my passion has been in supporting Susan G. Koman and the efforts behind trying to find a cure for Breast Cancer. With so many women AND men (close to 200,000 people in 2008) being diagnosed each year, it is important that we find a cure. About 2 years ago I actually had wanted to take part in the 3-day walk in Atlanta, GA but the cost to enter along with the trip out there was more than I could do without at least a years worth of planning and training. I still donate money to the cause every year though.
This year, I have signed up to participate I have signed up to participate in the Greater KC Race for a Cure on Aug 9. My passion toward finding a cure and my hope that one day my niece won't have to worry about this disease has motivated me to participate in this major event. I have pledged to raise $400, but would love to raise more. For every $300 that is raised, 6 women can get a free mammogram. If I raise $500, 10 women have this same opportunity.
Please go to my website http://www.active.com/donate/KC2009/kc2009LGottsc and help me in my efforts to find a cure and stop this horrible disease. Any support you can provide is appreciated!!!
**In case you don't notice, my theme is "so she won't have to". While I can say she is any girl that is growing up now, but my main drive is my niece.
2 comments:
Great cause. I will support you even if I don't walk with you. I still don't know. KB is planning to walk. Maybe we can get a group.
I totally understand. I am an 11 year survivor and my first thought when I was diagnosed...my 24 month little girl. I feared for her life in the future. I knew by being diagnosed, her chances increased. I pray for the day when we will never hear those words again...I am sorry you have breast cancer... I ran the race in October..thank you for doing the same.
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