Race for the Cure!

As you all know Dexter's mom, Nancy, is battling Breast cancer. She had a team called "Nancy's Knockout," which included a team of 70 people. It actually makes me really sad that is took someone that I personally know to get Breast Cancer to be involved in an event like this. Cancer is a real problem, not just Breast Cancer but all types. I feel like I should try to donate money to more organizations that help with reaserch. Do my kids really need another toy, or do I really need another home decoration? Probably not, so my goal is to try and put money aside to help fight this problem. I think if the world globally felt this way, we could have a cure much quicker. The problem is that it takes someone close to you, to be diagnosed for you to fight harder.

Dexter and his mom.

Yep, Dexter in pink. Only time you will see it. In fact, the minute he could he lost the shirt. Brooklyn just inherited a new night shirt.

Waiting for the race to start.



As you would expect, we saw alot of bras. I thought this one was especially cute.

A view of the race. It was so crowded. We walked the 5k. We finished in 1:21 minutes. Our family got up at 5:30 am to get to the race in time. The kids were a little cranky by the end.

Nancy and Mary Nickles have become friends. They have been on the same chemo schedule.



My sisters mother-in-law has been cancer free for almost 5 years now. I think it is inspiring to see the survivors up there. Way to go Laurie!

Standing in the survivors parade.

Mary Nickles spoke and took off her wig.



My cute girls.

Brooklyn wanted to see Nana.

My angel.



My sweetie!

Dexter and his mom.

Her boys.

Smile.

Nancy and I.

I had a mix of emotions at this race. It was inspiring, but it was also, sad. I saw so many "in memory of signs." I also saw so many mother's in the survivors march that were'nt much older than me. I just pray for these families. I would think fighting this battle with young children would be even more difficult.