larryb-

I had a Relay for Life team this past February. It was the most awesome experience of my life! My husband is the survivor and we were just so overwhelmed with such joy and love by the 30...that's right THIRTY...friends and family members that joined our team. Our team raised over $5,500. We both plan on making this event a yearly thing...and my husband plans of being around as a survivor for many years to come. This year he was only able to walk the Suvivor's Lap...since he was just out of treatment...but next year he plans of walking many laps during the 24hr event. I learned and experienced the most love, support, and hope by being the chairperson for the "Survivor Booth" in addition to being a Team Captain. I wouldn't trade this experience for the world. No, I wouldn't wish cancer on anyone, but I must tell you the experience of Relay has been the "blessing in disguise" for my husband and me. I hope you had a great walk and will continue to walk whenever you can to support cancer research and to celebrate being a SURVIVOR.

Rosie-

As a caregiver I just want to say...just speak from your heart...the words will come and they will be PERFECT! You are the blessing in the lives of many and the angel that you are will shine through! Relax and remember everyone at a Relay event has been touched by cancer in one form or another...so they ARE your family...and will LOVE what you have to share.


Lorie

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husband diagnosed with tonsil cancer 8/03, left side, stage III, 7weeks chemo/radiation. Cancer free since 12/03.