Relay for Life 2010 has ended and the Frills for Teal team did awesome! This year we had more team members and raised more money for cancer research. The Frills Team met our goal of raising over $2,500 for Relay, all while educating and raising awareness of ovarian cancer. Yay! Each year it seems we touch just a few more people (which is exactly what we're hoping to do) - every person truly does make a difference.
The 26th Annual Relay for Life was held at East Gaston High School on May 30th, 2010. The Frills Team prepared for a night of good friends, fun and raising awareness (and a little cash too). Everyone got in on the act - walking, selling trinkets, modeling ribbons - you name it! As we watched the survivors take their lap, kids (and grown ups too) line up to buy glow sticks, and shared our story with people who wanted to know why we were teal, it was inspiring to know that we are all in this together. After all, it will take all of us to beat this disease, offer support and push in order to find answers.
We look forward to next year, raising more money for cancer research and educating more people on the importance of paying attention to the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. So, as we prepare to head to the Relay Wrap Up next week we begin putting together ideas for our Third Annual Frills for Teal Fundraiser. We are excited to make this year's event bigger and better than those in the past (if nothing else maybe a little more dry than last year)!
We don't say it enough but thanks to everyone who continue to offer their time, suggestions, encouragement and spirit to our cause. We are truly thankful and couldn't do it without you!!
When the world says, "Give up,"
Hope whispers, "Try it one more time."
~ Author Unknown
