Almost 40 Walkers, Almost 50 Shirts, and 31% of our goal!

Hey everyone, the outpouring of support these last few days has been amazing. We have almost 40 walkers, at least 10 more expected. We've sold almost 50 shirts, at least 10 more expected. And we've reached almost $3200.00 raised. Our goal is still $10,000 and I still think its possible. Please help and pass these links to everyone you know.

Walk/Run Register Link:
https://www.raceit.com/Register/groups/groups.aspx?event=6037

Donation Link:
https://www.raceit.com/fundraising/fundraise.aspx?event=6037&fundraiser=3201

Also, let me know if you want a shirt ($10). Email me/facebook me with the sizes you want. 100% of proceeds go to charity. Last day to order shirts is 1- March-12.

Thanks,
Gerry

31 Walkers and 31.6% of the way to our goal!

Hey everyone, I'm sure you all know by now, but the 2012 Get Your Rear in Gear Colorectal Cancer Walk/Run at the Philadelphia Museum of Art is Sunday March 18th. I've posted the link all over my blog, facebook, twitter, and several emails. We still have a long way to go towards reaching our goal. Please get the links out to everyone you know! This is an ongoing effort so please sign up or donate, we can't give up, and we can't forget, remember those important to us that we've lost, they were ALWAYS there for us, and even though they're gone, we need to continue to be there for them! Please help us!

Walk/Run Register Link:
https://www.raceit.com/Register/groups/groups.aspx?event=6037

Donation Link:
https://www.raceit.com/fundraising/fundraise.aspx?event=6037&fundraiser=3201

Also, let me know if you want a shirt ($10). Email me/facebook me with the sizes you want. 100% of proceeds go to charity. Last day to order shirts is 1- March-12.

19 Days to go and only 27 Brawlers! C'mon folks!

Hey everyone, I'm sure you all know by now, but the 2012 Get Your Rear in Gear Colorectal Cancer Walk/Run at the Philadelphia Museum of Art is Sunday March 18th. I've posted the link all over my blog, facebook, twitter, and several emails. I'm disheartened to say that with only 19 days until the event, we only have 1/3 of the walkers from last year, 50% of the funds raised from last year (only 28% of this year's goal), and only 24 shirts sold (less than 1/3 of last year). Please get the links out to everyone you know! I'm sure that at least 75% of the world out there has had their lives touched by cancer in some way and we can truly make a difference. Solidarity and the will to never give up will drive us to a cure. This is an ongoing effort so please sign up or donate, we can't give up, and we can't forget, remember those important to us that we've lost, they were ALWAYS there for us, and even though they're gone, we need to continue to be there for them! Please help us!

Walk/Run Register Link:
https://www.raceit.com/Register/groups/groups.aspx?event=6037

Donation Link:
https://www.raceit.com/fundraising/fundraise.aspx?event=6037&fundraiser=3201

Also, let me know if you want a shirt ($10). Email me/facebook me with the sizes you want. 100% of proceeds go to charity. Last day to order shirts is 1- March-12.

Monkey Bread just like Mom used to make!

Today Sandra is making us all monkey bread for breakfast, just like Mom used to make. Cam is shaking up the big bag of dough balls and cinnamon just like I used to. Last time we had this, the kids devoured it. Just one of the many traditions of Mom that we'll carry on and then our kids can do with their kids. Once it's done, a picture will follow! Have a great Saturday everyone!

Smiling Down on her Grandbabies

I was watching my kiddos yesterday and saw their limitless energy, contagious laughter, unbounded joy, and unconditional love for us and eachother and I could help but think of Mom, or Mommom to the kids.

I see so much of her personality in them. They would do anything they could to help you, they are quick to forgive, and they even have her sass and wit. Cam is quick to remind you of something you've said no matter how long ago. Aubrey raises the eyebrow. And Evan shares her sweet tooth.

So I'm sure she's up there smiling down on those grandbabies. And they miss her like crazy. I am very thankful to have these little daily reminders of how awesome Mom was!

Spring after walk quite symbolic!

Just realized today that the day after the walk/run is the first day of Spring! What a way to bring in the season. Spring is a season of renewal, flowers start to grow again, animals come out of hiding, beautiful weather returns, and we'll have just finished our walk in tribute to those we know who have or have been lost to colon cancer. But like Spring is a renewal, so is the day after our walk. Our love of those lost and dedication to the cause is only growing. I miss Mom more every day and want this horrible disease to be erraticated more every day. So don't let your love, remembrance, dedication, and resolve end with the walk, follow the example of spring and let it keep growing! There's still so much work to be done!

Love you and miss you Mom!

26 days till GYRIG Philadelphia and 26% of the way to our goal!

Hey everyone, our GYRIG Philly walk is only 26 days away so please get registered and/or get those donations in! We're at $2617.00 of our $10,000 goal. We're also selling new shirts for $10 a piece and all monies go to GYRIG! Please do what you can and forward this to everyone you know!