Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 2011

  
     This morning under cloudy skies, three friends and I stepped out in the American Cancer Society's 19th Annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk in Boston. This was our third time walking in the event since my diagnosis in 2007. As you can see, my friend Maribeth is also a survivor and we both proudly wore the sashes provided to us. Such a lovely word, survivor, and there were many, many of us there today.

     We added the pink boas which molted as we walked and the mardi gras beads for a festive touch. Part of the fun each year is to see what various teams are wearing. There were even some dogs sporting pink bandanas.

Left to right: Marilyn, Donna, Me, Maribeth

    Our friend Liz had also intended to walk with us, but she was unable to do so this morning. Here are my teammates enjoying a few moments of rest after the walk.

     Through the generosity of our friends and families, our team, the Wednesday Night Quilters, as of this morning had raised $1,163.  Isn't that wonderful!!!  There is still time to make a donation should you wish to do so by simply going to Wednesday Night Quilters Team Page. 

Hibiscus

  

     To brighten up this dreary day, I thought that I would post this photo of one of my two hibiscus plants. The other is a bright pink and while both had beautiful blooms yesterday, I didn't get to shoot them.  I haven't really been doing much of anything since Monday. I foolishly did a bit of furniture moving over the weekend, a definite no-no for my back, and that coupled with some exercise caused some problems. It really started getting bad Monday afternoon. Fortunately, today I am happy to report that I am now able to stand up completely straight which is a huge improvement. Why am I even telling you this? That's because I need some positive energy sent my way so that I will be able to take part in the American Cancer Society's "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk " in Boston on Sunday. I am a four year survivor and one of my friends is also a survivor. We will be joined by some other wonderful friends for the walk. If you or anyone you know has been touched by this horrible disease and you would like to make a donation, please go to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Our team name is the "Wednesday Night Quilters."