The visual representation is overwhelming. I usually end up in an emotional storm for most of the day because I weep and cry for all of us out there. The impact of breast cancer on the world is intense. We lose so much. I also smile a lot. I see so many people walking or running in honor of loved ones and friends. I feel elevated that the memories of their lives haven't faded. To be sure, it is an incredible feeling. Difficult to describe adequately.
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| I'm the one on the right. I just loved her wig. |
This year I didn't have a team. I actually expected to and several of my friends really wanted me to. But this calendar year is pretty emotional for me because it marks my 5th year after ending my breast cancer treatment. That is a major milestone for all survivors. I wasn't sure that I would be able to handle the emotional impact of coordinating a team and participating in the walk at the same time. I wanted to do something but I kind of wanted to hide a little bit too. If that makes sense.
Participating in the SGK Blogging Summit
While I was thinking about it... I received an invitation to participate in a Blogging Summit with Komen this weekend so I accepted. Now I get to participate in the Race for the Cure activities this weekend as a part of the "Experience the mission: What Pink Makes Possible" blogging summit but more on the sidelines as an observer. I can handle that much.The opportunity to sit and talk with researchers, clinicians and patient advocates for Komen excites me. I am looking forward to learning more about what their research agenda is going forward. I am also looking forward to interacting with other bloggers (always a thrill for me).
I will be tweeting throughout the day Friday, May 9th and Saturday, May 10th while at the Race for the Cure.
Please follow the hashtags on twitter and facebook:
#PinkPossibleSGK
#SGKBlogSummit
#KomenGlobalRace
