Relay for Life Events: First Weekend of June
This past weekend was a busy one for Relay for Life all across the US and Canada. Here are some of the great events that went on. Congats to all the teams, individuals and organizers!
This quote from Pat Winter, the honorary chair of the Plymouth County, IA Relay, gives us the voice of the survivors who are honored during the luminaria ceremony:
“After my cancer surgery, I realized my past is not my future,” Winter said. “I appreciated every card and letter I received during my recovery.”
“I feel each day is a treasure. Enjoy your time with family and friends,” said Winter, who is a two-time breast cancer survivor. “For me, there is no such day as a bad hair day,” she said. “Let’s keep fighting.” Winter’s first diagnosis was in December 2000, the second in 2006.
Here are some links to other great relays held last weekend:
Ellis County, TX Relay raised $135,000
Randolph County, IN held a cross-dressing Miss Relay fundraiser during its event
Becca walked the survivor’s lap at the Whitley County, IN Relay For Life
Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Kearney, NE has a great video of their relay
Allen County, KS moved its event from August to June with great success
Caledonia County, VT raised $215,000 this year!
Devils Lake, ND relay’ers spirits not dampened by rain
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