About six months ago I learned that a longtime friend of mine was diagnosed with breast cancer. Learning of the lump, being diagnosed and then undergoing a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery all happened so fast for her. Within 2-3 weeks, her life went from carefree to breast cancer patient. I'm so happy to tell you that she has finished her chemo!! She is a breast cancer SURVIVOR!!
Why do I tell you this??? I tell you about my friend to encourage you to check out the MoonWalk in New York City 2013. The event is taking place July 20-21, 2013. While it's too late to register to participate in full-moon {full marathon}, you can still register for the half-moon {half marathon}! And, it's never too late to support the cause! {and maybe bookmark the website for next year if this is too short of notice}
- Presented by Empire BlueCross BlueShield, the overnight walk through New York City will begin with a participant opening ceremony celebration at Randall’s Island. Walkers will then depart weaving through Manhattan past the city’s most iconic landmarks, lit up brightly at night.
- Since it's inception fifteen years ago in London, MoonWalk has engaged over 300,000 participants and has raised over $126 million dollars to support vital breast cancer causes.
- Most of the fundraising from the MoonWalk NYC will be granted to Memorial Sloan-Ketting Cancer Center to help support the Breast Examination Center in Harlem, one of the first free screening facilities for breast cancer in the country where 80% of patients are uninsured but guaranteed support and guidance.
Enjoy this short 30 second video.
Do you know someone who is a breast cancer survivor? Consider walking in their honor. Or, have them join you! Have you lost a loved one to breast cancer? Walk for them.
I participated in this campaign for One2One Network. By posting, I am eligible for incentives. All opinions stated are my own.
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