Making Strides Against Breast Cancer- Team Mamoose!

THIS POST WILL BE IN PINK IN HONOR OF BREAST CANCER AWARENESS!

Todd's 86 year old grandmother, Donna Marshall (aka Mamoose), and the glue that holds our family together, was recently (August 2010) diagnosed with breast cancer. The tumor was found because she diligently goes to her yearly mamogram. In September, Mamoose underwent surgery to remove the tumor and has a rigorous course of radiation. She will now be under the care of an oncologist for the rest of her life to ensure that the cancer does not return!

In honor of Mamoose, I put together a team called Team Mamoose to walk in the 2010 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. On Saturday October 16th we decided to show our support and make a difference by walking as a team in the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. A team of family members and friends walked 3.1 miles in honor of Mamoose! Team Mamoose raised $1600 in less than 30 days for the American Cancer Society. The weather was unseasonably warm and in the 60's. We had such a good time and all for a great cause!

Scott and Julie before the walk!

Team Mamoose (from Left to Right)- Sarah, Jonah, Me, Kenna, Julie, Cindy, Jenny, Linda, Mike, Leah & Scott

Jonah in his stroller bundled up- he even registered to walk!

 

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is more than just the name of a walk; it describes the progress we're making together in the fight against breast cancer. Nothing can describe the hope that is inspired by walking with others who share a passion for ending this disease. Because nearly everyone has been touched by breast cancer in some way, hope for a world with less breast cancer and more birthdays starts with us.

Dont forget to get your yearly momograms and to "Feel Your Boobies" on a regular basis!