On March 29th, the World Famous Stealth Dogs joined us at the Dugout Bar in Mahtomedi to celebrate again the End of an Era and help me in my efforts to raise $5000 for the Breast Cancer 3 Day. The night was a fabulous success!
I have a lot of people to thank so I will start here. To Reg, Jim, Jim, and Brian- there is no way I could have done it without you guys. You did a lot of hard work, actively spread the word, and gave us some great entertainment. My thanks also to your wives. They may not be up on the stage but I know that they are behind you.
To the Crew at the Dugout Bar in Mahtomedi- you were all wonderful. Our bartender, Sam, did a great job getting orders out and keeping people happy. It is always fun to spend time in a place where they appreciate you. The staff at the Dugout let me know how much they enjoyed hosting the event.
To everyone who showed up- THANK YOU! We could organise events all day long but the people who come out and participate make the biggest difference in the success or failure of an event. You showed up to have a good time and near as I can tell, you did.
To Vicki who is always where I need her to be and promoting the walk, thank you will never be enough.
And finally to "my biggest supporter", Mike. There will never be enough words to tell you how grateful I am, or how much I love you. I would never have made it through the preparation without you. You are the best. And now, an official Roadie. We will have to get you the appropriate tee-shirt!
Last night all of you were responsible for raising $700 for the Breast Cancer 3 Day- a 60 mile walk raising money for and awareness of a silent killer. The Breast Cancer 3 Day is a project of the National Philanthropic Trust benefiting the Susan G Komen for a Cure and the NPT Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
As always, my message to you all is awareness. Early detection and treatment saves lives. But you can't get to there without knowing the facts. Last night I discovered that many men didn't know that they too could get breast cancer. Each one of the men that I had that conversation with are now armed with knowledge that has the potential to save them.
Thank you all for participating in this journey with me. Every step we take is one step closer to a cure.
Friday, March 30, 2007
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Pink ribbons and the Stealth Dogs- what a combination
A quick reminder that we will be celebrating the End of an ERA- Part Deux.
Why? A fund raiser for the Breast Cancer 3 Day!
When and where? The Dugout Bar in Mahtomedi. Just like last year.
One more time the "World Famous" Stealth Dogs will provide the best in musical entertainment You've gotta love these guys!
You can read more in my last blog entry or you can just show up.
Come celebrate!
email us if you need directions!
Why? A fund raiser for the Breast Cancer 3 Day!
When and where? The Dugout Bar in Mahtomedi. Just like last year.
One more time the "World Famous" Stealth Dogs will provide the best in musical entertainment You've gotta love these guys!
You can read more in my last blog entry or you can just show up.
Come celebrate!
email us if you need directions!
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
The End of an Era Rides Again... With Pink Ribbons!
So I have come to know that I have good friends. How do I know this? Simple really.
Last year, we celebrated the "End of an Era". eFunds and Deluxe parted company and people who had known each other for years found themselves working for different companies in different locations. We celebrated the relationship, the opportunity to work together, the passing of the torch. We were beautifully serenaded by the World Famous Stealth Dogs- a band who we have learned to love and trust.
We had a great location. This was really good because we took the place OVER! And they loved having us.
And over and over again, we heard the words, "We should do this again next year".
Now it is "next year". And we ARE doing it again!
This year we have added a twist- we are donating any money we can raise to the Breast Cancer 3 Day. I am committed to walk again and am trying to raise $5000 for the cause.
There is no cover charge, just please come and hang out with friends. I will have some pink ribbon pins and things for sale but donations are a choice. This is an opportunity to reconnect with good friends and listen to a great band that doesn't get out much.
The door will be open and we would love to see you there! Incidentally, a great time to congratulate Mike Nelson and I on our engagement and make sure you are on the mailing list for invitations (please print clearly on the form!).
When and where? Same place, same time. Oh, you threw away last years posting? No worries! The Dugout Bar in Mahtomedi on March 29th (Thursday) from 7:00 ish (you can arrive fashionably early or fashionably late, doesn't matter!) until 11:00 (no, you don't have to stay till the VERY end!). Where is it??? Go here: http://dugoutbar.net/map.htm
Need more information??? Email me through this blog. Or email Reg, Dave, Mike, Vicki... just about anyone. We will get you what you need!
I am really looking forward to seeing the same great people and having a wonderful time! Come get lei'd for Breast Cancer and spend some quality time with some good friends!!!
One more time- March 29th from 7:00 to 11:00 at the Dugout Bar in Mahtomedi. It is HERE: http://dugoutbar.net/map.htm . We look forward to seeing you there!
Last year, we celebrated the "End of an Era". eFunds and Deluxe parted company and people who had known each other for years found themselves working for different companies in different locations. We celebrated the relationship, the opportunity to work together, the passing of the torch. We were beautifully serenaded by the World Famous Stealth Dogs- a band who we have learned to love and trust.
We had a great location. This was really good because we took the place OVER! And they loved having us.
And over and over again, we heard the words, "We should do this again next year".
Now it is "next year". And we ARE doing it again!
This year we have added a twist- we are donating any money we can raise to the Breast Cancer 3 Day. I am committed to walk again and am trying to raise $5000 for the cause.
There is no cover charge, just please come and hang out with friends. I will have some pink ribbon pins and things for sale but donations are a choice. This is an opportunity to reconnect with good friends and listen to a great band that doesn't get out much.
The door will be open and we would love to see you there! Incidentally, a great time to congratulate Mike Nelson and I on our engagement and make sure you are on the mailing list for invitations (please print clearly on the form!).
When and where? Same place, same time. Oh, you threw away last years posting? No worries! The Dugout Bar in Mahtomedi on March 29th (Thursday) from 7:00 ish (you can arrive fashionably early or fashionably late, doesn't matter!) until 11:00 (no, you don't have to stay till the VERY end!). Where is it??? Go here: http://dugoutbar.net/map.htm
Need more information??? Email me through this blog. Or email Reg, Dave, Mike, Vicki... just about anyone. We will get you what you need!
I am really looking forward to seeing the same great people and having a wonderful time! Come get lei'd for Breast Cancer and spend some quality time with some good friends!!!
One more time- March 29th from 7:00 to 11:00 at the Dugout Bar in Mahtomedi. It is HERE: http://dugoutbar.net/map.htm . We look forward to seeing you there!
Sunday, March 11, 2007
Beginning again- 60 Miles to Change Lives
Well, I'm at it again. I am walking another 60 miles in the Twin Cities Breast Cancer 3 Day. Officially training begins tomorrow for the next 24 weeks. Unofficially, the first sponsored training walk was yesterday (Saturday, March 10).
Before I go too far- Mike and I are engaged now! He asked me at Christmas and I said yes. Of course I said yes! We are thinking Spring 2008 for the date. A dear friend offered to send me her wedding gown. As we are so similar, I took her up on this offer. It arrived this week and I was able to try it on for the first time yesterday. It fit like a dream and is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. Fairy tales happen. Without this stunning gift, I would never have something so incredible to wear down the aisle on that special day. Vanessa- you are the very best!
I have recruited a couple of friends this year- one who has committed to walk, his wife committed to crew. So I am working with them through their first walks to make sure that they are pacing themselves properly and have the right gear. They will be just FINE! Made it through the three miles like champs!
Speaking of gear, Mike and I have to go through ours and figure out what we need to repair/replace. So much for Monday night!
For those of you who were with me for the walk last year (in spirit), you know that the preparation for this 60 mile endurance walk will require between 500 and 600 training miles. I think I'm ready to do it again. I know that I CAN.
This year's fundraising has begun well and I am committed to raising $5000 again. I am required to raise $2200 but have been using the $5000 figure as a point of inspiration and hope. It represents the National average of the cost of a single chemotherapy treatment for a single individual.
This month (March 28th) we have a fundraiser at the Dugout Bar in Matomehdi with entertainment provided by the Stealth Dogs. If you have ever worked with Mike or I, you know that this is a not-to-be-missed event! Come on out and get lei-ed for Breast Cancer!!!
The pink ribbon stands again as a reminder to BOTH men and women to perform regular self exams and for both men and women to have an annual mammogram. Yes, breast cancer is an equal opportunity killer.
This year, some 200,000 women will be diagnosed in some stage. This year, some 2,000 men will be diagnosed- often much later than a woman because the numbers are so low and many men don't believe that they are also susceptible.
This year, some 40,000 women will lose the battle with breast cancer. They will be joined by some 450 men.
These are more than numbers. They are faces of people you know. My face is among them.
When I committed to doing this, my world turned pink. As a side benefit, many people who had never considered having a mammogram made an appointment. Many people who did not know that men could get this too started thinking. Many people who were unaware became aware and were able to use that awareness in teachable moments with their children.
One of those teachable moments stays with me. My girlfriend wore the pink ribbon I gave her as a "thank you" gift for her donation every day. Her six year old son asked about it. They had an opportunity to talk about a subject that most six year olds don't ever consider. As a part of that discussion, he asked if he could donate too. They talked about how he would like to donate and what was appropriate. And while Mom made the donation online, he ran and got the $6.00 that he agreed was right from his piggy bank. For a kid that EARNS his allowance, that was significant. And will rest in my heart forever.
The next six months will be quite a ride. Lace up a good pair of walking shoes, get a pair of dry-wicking socks, and join me on the event of a life-time. In 60 miles, we really can change lives and bring HOPE.
I will post more information on the training for this year's walk, along with memories of last year and photos. We love to take pictures of the wildlife on the trail.
To a cure!
If you would like to donate via my website, go to www.the3day.org/twincities07/tricia. Or click "My Website".
Socks, shoes, Smartwater... We're ready to go!
Before I go too far- Mike and I are engaged now! He asked me at Christmas and I said yes. Of course I said yes! We are thinking Spring 2008 for the date. A dear friend offered to send me her wedding gown. As we are so similar, I took her up on this offer. It arrived this week and I was able to try it on for the first time yesterday. It fit like a dream and is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. Fairy tales happen. Without this stunning gift, I would never have something so incredible to wear down the aisle on that special day. Vanessa- you are the very best!
I have recruited a couple of friends this year- one who has committed to walk, his wife committed to crew. So I am working with them through their first walks to make sure that they are pacing themselves properly and have the right gear. They will be just FINE! Made it through the three miles like champs!
Speaking of gear, Mike and I have to go through ours and figure out what we need to repair/replace. So much for Monday night!
For those of you who were with me for the walk last year (in spirit), you know that the preparation for this 60 mile endurance walk will require between 500 and 600 training miles. I think I'm ready to do it again. I know that I CAN.
This year's fundraising has begun well and I am committed to raising $5000 again. I am required to raise $2200 but have been using the $5000 figure as a point of inspiration and hope. It represents the National average of the cost of a single chemotherapy treatment for a single individual.
This month (March 28th) we have a fundraiser at the Dugout Bar in Matomehdi with entertainment provided by the Stealth Dogs. If you have ever worked with Mike or I, you know that this is a not-to-be-missed event! Come on out and get lei-ed for Breast Cancer!!!
The pink ribbon stands again as a reminder to BOTH men and women to perform regular self exams and for both men and women to have an annual mammogram. Yes, breast cancer is an equal opportunity killer.
This year, some 200,000 women will be diagnosed in some stage. This year, some 2,000 men will be diagnosed- often much later than a woman because the numbers are so low and many men don't believe that they are also susceptible.
This year, some 40,000 women will lose the battle with breast cancer. They will be joined by some 450 men.
These are more than numbers. They are faces of people you know. My face is among them.
When I committed to doing this, my world turned pink. As a side benefit, many people who had never considered having a mammogram made an appointment. Many people who did not know that men could get this too started thinking. Many people who were unaware became aware and were able to use that awareness in teachable moments with their children.
One of those teachable moments stays with me. My girlfriend wore the pink ribbon I gave her as a "thank you" gift for her donation every day. Her six year old son asked about it. They had an opportunity to talk about a subject that most six year olds don't ever consider. As a part of that discussion, he asked if he could donate too. They talked about how he would like to donate and what was appropriate. And while Mom made the donation online, he ran and got the $6.00 that he agreed was right from his piggy bank. For a kid that EARNS his allowance, that was significant. And will rest in my heart forever.
The next six months will be quite a ride. Lace up a good pair of walking shoes, get a pair of dry-wicking socks, and join me on the event of a life-time. In 60 miles, we really can change lives and bring HOPE.
I will post more information on the training for this year's walk, along with memories of last year and photos. We love to take pictures of the wildlife on the trail.
To a cure!
If you would like to donate via my website, go to www.the3day.org/twincities07/tricia. Or click "My Website".
Socks, shoes, Smartwater... We're ready to go!
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