Their Names Next to My Heart

I will carry their names next to my heart when I walk.

I've spent the last few months conditioning myself to be able to walk long distances.

I've spent the last few months raising money ($2695.00!) to contribute to breast cancer research.

I've spent the last few months feeling incredibly grateful to all of the people (65!) who have generously sponsored me.

I've spent the last few months getting to know my team, Team Safe at Second.  I've enjoyed spending time with Susan, Jacque, Melissa, Christine, Mary Jo, and Tasha as we have walked on early Sunday mornings throughout our fine city.  They are an extraordinary group!  In a very, very good way.

I've spent the last few months spending more time with my long-time friend, Sue, who invited me to join the experience.

I've spent the last few months thinking more than ever about the horror that is breast cancer.

I've spent the last few months thinking about breast cancer survivors, and how in awe I am of them.

I've spent the last few months thinking about my mom, hoping that our team's effort will get us just that much closer to finding a cure.

As I walk, it would be my honor to carry the names of breast cancer victims, both the survivors and the ones who did not make it.  So, please.  Think about your life, and think about the people who you care about who have fallen victim to this relentless disease.  And leave me their names in a comment, or email me directly if you prefer. 

 I will carry their names next to my heart as I walk.  

We will be walking in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day For a Cure in San Diego on November 19-21.