Some of you may already know that I am turning the big 3-0 this year. In honor of this milestone, I have gifted myself something that I believe is going to change my life...I registered to walk in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer! If you know me, you know that this is something completely outside my realm of comfort. I have never done anything like this but I issued a challenge to myself...and if you know me, you know I love a challenge!
There are many reasons why I wanted to do this walk, but the most important one is that I want to be a part of finding a cure for breast cancer. I have been touched by the word cancer...My father is now in remission from cancer, I have a friend who's little girl is in remission from cancer, and another friend who has had a double mastectomy because of breast cancer.
Now, you may think I'm crazy...I will be walking 39.3 miles in two days, sleeping in a tent, getting blisters on my feet, and being away from my kids...but, I say to you, if the $1800+ that I raise for breast cancer patients helps to save one life, isn't it worth it? I think so...
Now, instead of just blogging about my kids and life in general, you'll get to follow me as I raise money, train (which means a whole bunch of walking), and one of the best parts...LOSE WEIGHT! Yes, there, I said it! My training module is 20 weeks and on average, I'll be walking an average of 25 miles a week so the weight loss is unavoidable and a big BONUS!
Anyway, pray for me as I do this. I have never been one to push myself this hard and I really want to...not just for me, but for all the men and women who have been touched by this disease. I have something to prove...and darn it, I'm gonna do it!
If you are interested in donating to my fundraising efforts, just post a comment with your contact information or call/email me if you know me.
Thanks for everything! Have a glorious weekend!
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