Friday, November 12, 2010

The 3-day

I don't think I can completely describe the 3-day accurately. While the blisters and pains I had during the walk are slowly fading, I will never forget the laughs, the tears, and the overwhelming support that we had while we journeyed through those 3-days.
It was over 6 months ago that I took the plunge and signed up to walk 60 miles in the course of 3-days. I also committed to raising $2300. But I knew those challenges were nothing compared to what someone has to go through when they are diagnosed with breast cancer. I know Christee would have much rather walked a mear 60 miles than loose her battle and her life.
What a learned is that everyone deserves a lifetime and that is why I walked. That is why I raised money.
I also walked for my daughters. Some people thought I was crazy to walk while 22 weeks pregnant, but I thought I was crazy not to. I had the pleasure of walking next to women that were clearly going through treatments, twice my age or size and yet they pushed on (many passed me!). If they could do it, then surely I could.
So without going into the details, I thought I would share a few pictures. 3 amazing days with some pretty amazing women that I'm lucky to call my friends. I'm blessed beyond words. Thank you for thoughts, prayers, donations, phone calls, emails and texts. Each one meant so much to me and will not be forgotten.
My team and I at the opening ceremony... ready to walk! Yes it was still dark!
A perfect sign for me :)

And my team at the finish... all 60 miles completed!!




6 comments:

Lindsay said...

So proud of you all! Congrats! And to think I didn't sign up because I was hoping to be pregnant...ha! YOU go girl! Good job! Something to be very proud of!!

Melissa said...

It was an amzing experience!! So glad you asked me to join!! What a great time!!

Tiffany said...

Way to go! Glad you are helping save some milk machines :o)

E said...

I put my milk machines to rest tonight...at least until we have another baby! So sad...

Meagan @ The Clanahan Fam said...

So, so proud of you!!! Congratulations :) I will join you next year, seriously!!! I need some sort of goal to get my butt moving. Love ya!

High Heels and Huntin' Boots said...

Such a great cause! Way to go, girl!