Yes, I’m doing it again - I signed up for the 2008 Breast Cancer 3-Day! I had such an incredible experience doing the 3-Day two years ago that I’m going back for more. I’m so excited about this event, even though this year I really know what I’ve gotten myself into. This event isn’t easy, but I promise you, I wouldn’t be doing it if I didn’t believe 100% that it was worth every muscle ache, weary night and blister.
Walking 60 miles in three days was hard, but I will keep walking until breast cancer is no longer. I walk because everyone deserves a lifetime. I walk because I can. My mother passed away from breast cancer 10 years ago, less than two months before my wedding. My mom didn’t have a say in whether she wanted to fight that battle; this is my chance to have a say – I want to help find a cure for this disease.
Without a cure, an estimated 5 million Americans will be diagnosed with breast cancer - and more than 1 million could die - over the next 25 years. That’s a pretty startling statistic. No one should have to face this disease, so in order to create a future without breast cancer, I walk in the Breast Cancer 3-Day. I hope that you'll share this incredible adventure with me -- by supporting me in my fundraising efforts. If you are unable to support me financially at this time, your non-financial support of thoughts and prayers are as equally important to me, especially as I train for this event over the next 9 months.
I need your help. I am planning on surpassing the $2364.87 that you - my friends and family - gave so generously last time around to help fight breast cancer. My internet friends can choose to donate online at http://www.the3day.org/ by searching under my name. There is an option to mail in a donation from my personal website.
If you have any questions or want to hear more about what I’m doing, I love talking about the event. Thanks for all of your support. I’m incredibly lucky to have people like you in my life!
Thank You,
Shelley Hodges
Team: The Rack Pack
Walking 60 miles in three days was hard, but I will keep walking until breast cancer is no longer. I walk because everyone deserves a lifetime. I walk because I can. My mother passed away from breast cancer 10 years ago, less than two months before my wedding. My mom didn’t have a say in whether she wanted to fight that battle; this is my chance to have a say – I want to help find a cure for this disease.
Without a cure, an estimated 5 million Americans will be diagnosed with breast cancer - and more than 1 million could die - over the next 25 years. That’s a pretty startling statistic. No one should have to face this disease, so in order to create a future without breast cancer, I walk in the Breast Cancer 3-Day. I hope that you'll share this incredible adventure with me -- by supporting me in my fundraising efforts. If you are unable to support me financially at this time, your non-financial support of thoughts and prayers are as equally important to me, especially as I train for this event over the next 9 months.
I need your help. I am planning on surpassing the $2364.87 that you - my friends and family - gave so generously last time around to help fight breast cancer. My internet friends can choose to donate online at http://www.the3day.org/ by searching under my name. There is an option to mail in a donation from my personal website.
If you have any questions or want to hear more about what I’m doing, I love talking about the event. Thanks for all of your support. I’m incredibly lucky to have people like you in my life!
Thank You,
Shelley Hodges
Team: The Rack Pack
2 comments:
Shelley:
I'm so sorry - I didn't know your mom had passed away. That is so terrible. I don't blame you for hating the disease. It is a horrible disease. I'm so proud of you for walking! That's awesome!
I will get on line and donate!
Ohhh honey. So emotional.
I'll bring my dontation to you on Monday night. Will you be there?
I understand passionate support when it comes to an organization.
I will for sure support this 100% sweetie.
Huge hugs
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