Dear Friends and Family,
Thanks for visiting my personal page. If you’ve come this far, you probably already know I have committed to participating in the STRIDES FOR HOPE marathon sponsored by the Wellness Community of Central NJ. I will be spending the next few months training and fundraising for the event in Big Sur, CA on April 27th, 2008. I have signed up for The Rocky Point 10.6 miler. I am required to raise $3,000 to participate, but hope to raise much more!
The Wellness Community is the largest support program in the United States devoted solely to providing psychological and emotional support to people with cancer, their families, and caregivers – all free of charge. Their doors are open to anyone affected by cancer. Through participation in professionally led support groups, education workshops, mind/body programs and by using the patient active concept, people with cancer learn vital skills to regain control, reduce feelings of isolation and restore hope – regardless of the stage of the disease.
I can personally attest to the wonderful programs at this Wellness Community. In 2006 I had multiple surgeries and chemotherapy after a cancer diagnosis. I felt devastated, depressed, anxious, alone and well aware of the stress I was placing on my family. I could not work and needed a place to go. I was lucky that a branch of the Wellness Community was close by. Even though I was exhausted and sick from the chemo, I made it there, finding camaraderie, yoga, information, laughs and hope. I am doing really well now and want to give back to the Wellness Community through my participation in this fun and rewarding experience.
ANY amount you can provide will be greatly appreciated. All donations are 100 % tax deductible. If you feel moved to donate in support of the TWC-CNJ and me, click here and this link will allow you to donate online
at their secure site. And if you prefer, make checks payable to TWC-CNJ and mail to 3 Crossroads Dr., Bedminster NJ 07921." Please make sure to indicate my name as the person you are sponsoring.
.
During the marathon, I will be celebrating cancer survivors and also remembering loved ones who fought the disease and are no longer with us. If you would like me to celebrate and remember someone important in your life who has been affected by cancer, please send me their name. You can write it in the box on the donation page and I will carry it with me during the marathon.
I hope you will be with me in Spirit on April 27th, 2008 as I complete the 10.6 miler in Big Sur! Take a walk or run that day with those you love and celebrate life. I thank you in advance for your support and encouragement.
Be well,
KC |
