Why I Participate in a Relay for Life Event
Because on January 13, 2013, the most wonderful man I have ever known, died from pancreatic cancer. My partner in life and love fought that dreaded disease for more than 2 years. For more than two years he endured surgery and radiation and constant chemotherapy treatments. For more than two years he never complained but held his head high and lived a dignified life filled with love and grace. If that man, my husband Joe Lupton , could fight that hard for that long, then I owe it to him to do whatever I can to help others not have to feel that pain. I know I will make a difference in the fight to end cancer. I know that by raising funds and walking in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life at the Leesville High School event, I will help save lives from cancer. I do it to honor Joe Lupton and the strength and dignity that he exemplified in life.
It's amazing and agonizing to think that millions of people will be diagnosed with cancer this year. I know from personal experience that when that happens, life as you know it is changed forever. A Relay For Life event is not only a way to join my community to fight back against cancer, but it is also a way to inspire hope by raising funds and awareness to help those facing the disease.
Who I’m Participating For
My reason for participating in my Relay For Life event is very personal. It is for the most important person that ever was a part of my life. It is for my partner and husband. We all participate in Relay events because we’ve been affected by cancer in some way and because a Relay For Life event gives us the power to make a difference and fight back. For someone like me whose loved one lost the battle with cancer, this is even more important. This is my opportunity to honor cancer survivors, remember people we have lost, and help raise funds for groundbreaking research, information and services for people fighting cancer.
Why I Support the American Cancer Society
Every day, the American Cancer Society helps people take steps to reduce their risk of cancer or find it early when it is easiest to treat. They provide free information and services when and where people need it throughout their journey to get well. They are investing in groundbreaking research to find, prevent, treat, and cure cancer, and are working with lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and rally communities worldwide to join the fight.
I hope you will consider making a donation in support of my efforts. Together, we have the power to help create a world where cancer can no longer claim another life.
Because on January 13, 2013, the most wonderful man I have ever known, died from pancreatic cancer. My partner in life and love fought that dreaded disease for more than 2 years. For more than two years he endured surgery and radiation and constant chemotherapy treatments. For more than two years he never complained but held his head high and lived a dignified life filled with love and grace. If that man, my husband Joe Lupton , could fight that hard for that long, then I owe it to him to do whatever I can to help others not have to feel that pain. I know I will make a difference in the fight to end cancer. I know that by raising funds and walking in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life at the Leesville High School event, I will help save lives from cancer. I do it to honor Joe Lupton and the strength and dignity that he exemplified in life.
It's amazing and agonizing to think that millions of people will be diagnosed with cancer this year. I know from personal experience that when that happens, life as you know it is changed forever. A Relay For Life event is not only a way to join my community to fight back against cancer, but it is also a way to inspire hope by raising funds and awareness to help those facing the disease.
Who I’m Participating For
My reason for participating in my Relay For Life event is very personal. It is for the most important person that ever was a part of my life. It is for my partner and husband. We all participate in Relay events because we’ve been affected by cancer in some way and because a Relay For Life event gives us the power to make a difference and fight back. For someone like me whose loved one lost the battle with cancer, this is even more important. This is my opportunity to honor cancer survivors, remember people we have lost, and help raise funds for groundbreaking research, information and services for people fighting cancer.
Why I Support the American Cancer Society
Every day, the American Cancer Society helps people take steps to reduce their risk of cancer or find it early when it is easiest to treat. They provide free information and services when and where people need it throughout their journey to get well. They are investing in groundbreaking research to find, prevent, treat, and cure cancer, and are working with lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and rally communities worldwide to join the fight.
I hope you will consider making a donation in support of my efforts. Together, we have the power to help create a world where cancer can no longer claim another life.
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