Relay For Life

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On a completely different topic - you likely might not know that I am deeply involved with Relay For Life - the #1 Fundraising Event for the American Cancer Society!

Cancer has touched my life... quite a few times, but none as deep as when I lost my father on December 12, 2015.
45 short, yet incredibly long, months ago (as of yesterday).

It hadn't even been too long since he was diagnosed - about 2 years give or take if I remember correctly (which is rarely the case). My dad did his first Relay For Life in NY - the year after he passed, I went to NY to attend the Relay at my very own high school.

Afterward, I knew I wanted to be a part of something that is so much bigger than just me, or one event, so I found my local event and let me tell you they are some really amazing people!

If you would like more info, you can see my Team Page - Cookie's Cancer Fighters (keeping my dad's original team name alive)!
              (5/31/14)                                                                   (4/22/17)



I did not intend to get emotional and tell you the whole story, only to share Relay For Life with the world.

I would really love to get some feedback here... please leave a comment.
- Are you familiar with Relay For Life / American Cancer Society?
- Did you learn something new?
- Do you have a story to share? Please do!


'Til Next Time,
Stay Magical

 

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