It was quite chilly out this morning as I stepped out onto the north parking lot of the Mall of America. The temperature, that is, not the people. I was instantly transported into a world of acceptance, joy, and unity for a cause. For those of you who don't know, today, Mother's Day, was the day of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure for Breast Cancer. Thousands of people gathered in memory of those who died and in celebration of those who survived. From tiny tots in strollers to old women in wheelchairs and everything in between. So many names of why people were running. So many lives affected by a disease with no cure. So many faces of hope as women wearing pink shirts passing by with a smile (the pink shirts are reserved solely for survivors). The air was that of celebration and hope. Made me all warm and fuzzy inside.
Here is the link for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure website. Check out all the great information about breast cancer, research, treatment, and survival. Moving My Buns to Save My Breasts!
Over 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. Early detection is key for survival so all you women out there, do your monthly self exam and/or get your annual mammogram today!
Press on.
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