WALKING THE WALK

ACS: MAKING STRIDESI had the privilege and honor of volunteering at the American Cancer Society's "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk" in October 2009. With a group of Girl Scouts and my other leader Glynnis we supported a great cause. It was so inspirational to meet diverse individuals coming together from different backgrounds, races, states, and so much more for one common cause...to fight breast cancer. My heart was boosted to see all of these people in a show of solidarity and love against this deadly, horrific disease robbing so many of their lives every year. Men dressed in pink shirts and pink wigs, and women wearing pink tutus and t-shirts with the names of their loved ones or a motto such as: "Titties Rule," "Save the Ta-ta's" and other great slogans to generate attention brought smiles and warmth to the cool, crisp, fall day. 
We served at the water station and as walkers, joggers, and runners passed us by we shared a thumbs up, a smile, or word of encouragement. I recall thinking if all mankind could come together like this everyday for any reason at all, wouldn't this Earth be a more peaceful and beautiful place. The funds raised by this walk aid in funding breast cancer research, services, and provides access to mammograms for women who cannot otherwise afford them but need them. 
This year the American Cancer Society will host two walks in the Atlanta area: October 6, 2012 - Centennial Olympic Park 234 Centennial Olympic Park Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30313October 27, 2012 - Glover Park on the Square, 50 E Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060To find out more about how you can help, to participate in this event, or find a walk in your area if you are outside of the Metro Atlanta area please visit:http://www.cancer.org/Involved/Participate/MakingStridesAgainstBreastCancer/index


DO THE 2: Another wonderful event is "Do the 2." October 6th starting at 6:30 AM until October 7th ending at 1:30 PM "It's the Journey" will host the 10th anniversary of the magnificent two day event. It's the Journey hosts this annual event to raise money for breast cancer research, diagnosis, education and services to thousands of Georgians affected by the disease. The organization offers opportunities for participation through walking, donating, donating to a walker, fundraising and general volunteer activities. This wonderful journey covers 30 miles in 2 days. For more information please visit: 

http://itsthejourney.org/


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C. MICHELLE RAMSEY