During the 3-Day, I will be wearing a backpack stocked with all the essentials (camera, extra socks, bandaids, water, snacks). This year I will be tying ribbons on my backpack with names of those near and dear to us who have been affected by cancer. I am not limiting this just to breast cancer - all cancers are terrible and I hope and pray for a cure for them all. Even though the Susan G. Komen 3-Day is focused around breast cancer, I believe any steps toward a cure for one type of cancer can be beneficial to others.
I am honored to have the opportunity to walk 60 miles in 3 days for these people. Please share in the comments section below your loved one's name and, if you would like, their story.
I will wear these names on my backpack and carry them in my heart during each step of my 60 mile journey and far beyond.
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Carol Raines - My Mom's diagnosis in 2009 is what caused me to go "crazy for the cure". She has always been such a blessing to others, giving without hesitation and never asking for anything in return.
ReplyDeleteA friend shared with me words of wisdom from her mother as we were talking about what bad things happen to good people. She said "Satan already has the bad folks, so he has to let bad things happen to the good people as a way to test their faith."
Cancer hasn't won. My Mom has remained faithful and positive throughout this experience. She still does more for others than anyone I've ever met. If the United Methodist Church recognized people as saints, I know my Mom would be at the top of the nominations list!