Amazing

I never cease to be amazed by people as I go through this breast cancer journey.
As everyone knows, Christy's Crew is raising money for our walk on May 3 &4, 2008 in Washington DC. The money raised goes to the Avon Breast Cancer Foundation to fund breast cancer research and support programs. Christy's Crew has had a great time raising money for our walk, including events such as a golf tournament, Pizzeria Uno, Make and Take parties, Tastefully Simple parties, Victor Days, etc.....We have received a lot of publicity in this process, as well.....Articles in the Democrat & Chronicle, The Victor Herald, etc...and a spot on the news - Channel 13.

We have received donations from friends, family, corporations, coworkers, neighbors, etc.

But what really strikes me is the people who don't even know myself or any of the crew, that still reach out to help the cause.

• First, there was the DSL lady that helped us get our Christy's Crew bracelets from the Rochester airport to Victor Day's "just-in-time". She donated $100 to our cause because she was touched by what we were doing.
• A couple of weeks ago, I received a donation from a woman in Lima who read about myself and Christy's crew. Her daughter is a breast cancer survivor of 18 months. This woman has published a book and donated $100 of her book proceeds to Christy's Crew.
  
• Yesterday, I received a letter from a NY State Senator, Michael Nozzolio who read of our group and what we were doing, making a donation to our cause and wishing me the best on a full and speedy recovery. Read Letter Here

• In addition is the people's time that has been donated.
  
• I have met Angela Hyman - who's mother met us at Victor Days and she is gong through breast cancer treatment. Angela wants to connect and do some future fund raising together.
  
• Ruth has made a new friend in Carrie (from SIS), who is off and running trying to help organize a social fundraiser for Christy's Crew.
  

• I have also had breast cancer patients reach out to connect with me as a result of the Christy's Crew efforts - 2 new friends, Tina Rheinwald and Shari McGrain.
• The prayer groups and prayer lists that I am on, strangers praying for me, are just amazing. I hear at least once per week, of a different prayer group / list, that I am on.
  

Again - I am amazed at the support and generosity of people. It certainly gives hope to our society the people care that much, even strangers reach out!

Thanks to everyone!

Christy

p.s. I am doing fine - 1 week until my last treatment! I can't wait!