First a little introduction...
This blog is for my mom (Cheryl) and I (Lauren) to connect with you all and keep you updated on our journey to the Susan G. Komen 3 Day walk in Boston in July of 2013. We have both walked in previous year's walks, and try to do one about every other year. The first one we did together was in 2009 in San Diego, CA. It was my mom's second walk, but my first, and I really didn't know what to expect when I got there. You see the commericals on TV advertising these walks but when you experience it in person, it is on a whole other level! These women are amazing! Everyone is so supportive and helpful, and it is very touching to hear the stories of survivors of breast cancer, as well as the stories of those who have unfortunately lost loved ones to this terrible disease. Our second walk was in 2011 in San Francisco, CA. The scenery during the walk was incredible and we got the chance to walk over the Golden Gate Bridge which was an experience of a lifetime! The 60 miles seems like a daunting task and definitely takes a lot of hard work and training to complete, but when you're doing it, the people, the scenery, and remembering why you're doing it make it so much easier! Together, with all of our supporters, we have raised an incredible amount of money in the past that goes towards research for a cure for breast cancer. Our main motivator in this whole journey is my Nana, one of the most beautiful, amazing women I know, who is a long-time survivor of breast cancer. Every donation, no matter how big or small, is greatly appreciated and goes directly towards what I believe is one of the best charities out there!
Now that you know some of our background, here's the first update for you :)
This past week we signed up on the3day.org to participate in the 60 mile walk in Boston, MA from July 26-28. We have just around 5 months to fund raise and train for the big event! We are holding a fundraising event in April at Catch 22 in Merrillville, IN and details for that event will be posted in the next post. One of the things we did to advertise was come up with a design for coasters (which were donated by a printing company and HIGHLY appreciated) that will be set out on tables at the restaurant to give patrons advanced notice of the event. So you if you are there in the near future, look for the coasters! :)
Be on the lookout for our next update which will include further information about the fundraising event as well as our plans for training!
Here's a throwback photo for you to enjoy from our first walk in San Diego in 2009!
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