I've done a lot of crazy things in my life but this may be my boldest step ever! I have helped to form Team "Steppin' Up" and we will be taiking part in the Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk in Tampa, FL. Beginnig October 31st, we will each walk 60 miles in the course of 3 days.
My inspiration for taking on this challenge came early this year when a very special lady friend was diagnosed with breast cancer. Marcia is currently in the fight of her life and I felt that I need to take action to give her support.
Please support me, my team and all those that we are walking for as we take an amazing journey in the fight against breast cancer! Net proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure and National Philanthropic Trust, funding important breast cancer research, education, screening, and treatment.
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Thanks to your generous donations, I was able to reach my initial goal so I have increased my personal goal.
Through your continued support, I know we can make great strides to find a cure for breast cancer.
by Patricia Drosten on Sat, Jun 28, 2008 @ 11:58 AM CT
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I got the news last night that my friend Marsha has completed her chemo and is doing well!
Thanks to everyone for their prayers and support!
Our next team fundraiser will be ath the City of Edgewater's 4th of July celebration! Come on out and adpot a duck!!!!
by Patricia Drosten on Tue, Jun 24, 2008 @ 10:56 AM CT
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We had an emnorously successful event at the Daytona Cubs game at Jackie Robinson ballpark last night. Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us!
We have a great team and everyone worked hard to make last nights auction go over big. Special thanks to the "team husbands" for their assistance and a super thanks to Gwen for lending her time and expertise to our endeavors!!!!
With our confirmed donations combined with funds in our team account we have passed the half-way mark to our goal!!!!!!
Our next team event will be at the City of Edgewater fireworks/boat show on July 4th.
Don't forget to adopt your ducks!!!!!
by Patricia Drosten on Sun, Jun 22, 2008 @ 2:01 PM CT
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Seems we are the hot topic lately. The Hometown News did a story on our team recently. You can read it here:
http://www.myhometownnews.net/index.php?id=45059
by Patricia Drosten on Sun, Jun 22, 2008 @ 9:23 AM CT
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The News Journal did an article on our team Sunday. You can read the story by clicking on the following link.
http://www.news-journalonline.com/NewsJournalOnline/News/Neighbors/West/wvlV02060808.htm
You may have to cut and paste the link into your web brower's address box.
by Patricia Drosten on Mon, Jun 09, 2008 @ 9:38 AM CT
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I ventured out on an 11K (that's a bit under 7 miles) walk yesterday with the Happy Wanderers group. We started on the beach in Ponce Inlet and walked to the jetty's then through the boardwalk to the lighthouse and around the neighborhood, back to our starting point.
We began at 8 am and by time we were half way through, I realized that the Florida heat was definately going to be a challenge to our training walks.
I also got my first training blister on my foot, so I have finally past that milestone!
More later...
by Patricia Drosten on Mon, Jun 09, 2008 @ 9:36 AM CT
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Well we have officially started our 24-week team training program and have begun logging our miles. On Sunday (Mother's Day) I joined the local Volksmarching group, the Happy Wanderers on a 10K walk thru Daytona Beach. It was great to have a group of friendly folkes to share the miles with. I also managed 2 additional 5K walks so far this week for a total of 12+ miles to date. Eva, one of my team members, will join me this Sunday in another walk with the Wanderers in Mt. Dora.
Jill and I also went to the local Kiwani's chapter meeting this week to share our journey. They were quite generous in purchasing tickets for our upcoming fundraiser at Jackie Robinson Ballpark (Daytona Cubs) and then donated the tickets to the United Methodist Childrens Home, when a young man that Jill mentors currently resides. Their donation will allow 10 youngsters to attend the game on June 21st!
The City has also put up a link to our fundraiser. You can follow it here: http://cityofedgewater.org/step_flyer.pdf
Finally, but of utmost importance, my brother is cancer free! His surgery and treatment was sucessful. Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers!
More to come......
by Patricia Drosten on Thu, May 15, 2008 @ 7:39 PM CT
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Well we had a fundraising event at Space Coast Stadium Saturday night when the Manatees donated a bat signed by their team for us to raffle during the game against the Cubs. The fans were great and very supportive! Thanks to all who helped out! We were able to raise $365!!!!!! The gentleman who won the bat had left the game and choose not to return to pick it up, so it was donated back to our Steppin' Up team and will be a part of the silent auction we have scheduled for June 21st at Jackie Robinson Ballpark when the Cubs take on the Manatees.
Our next big event will be the Seaside Fiesta in New Smyrna Beach on June 19th.
by Patricia Drosten on Sun, Apr 20, 2008 @ 1:16 PM CT
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This past weekend the team split up to tackle two fundraising events in our area. The weather wasn't on our side with high winds and cold temperatures, but it didn't diminish our spirits! We learned a lot and met some really great people and best of all, we were able to spread the word about our cause.
Additionally, we were able to raise over $300 towards our fundraising goals! Special thanks to Gwen for helping out despite the bad weather. The team has officially adopted her as our team mascot!!!!
by Patricia Drosten on Tue, Apr 15, 2008 @ 5:50 AM CT
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Well the dreaded cancer has again made it's presence known, this time it has attacked my only brother. He was diagnosed last month with a cancer in this throat. So far they have removed his thyroid and today he began an round of intensive radiation theraphy. Please keep him and his family in your prayers! His name is Stan.
I know the power of prayer and I also know the power that comes when God's people join together with one voice for a cause. That is one reason why I have joined this journey.
Not only your prayers and good thoughts are welcome, but your finacial committment to help stamp out cancer in our lifetime is needed too! Join me in taking a stand!
Thank you for your support!
by Patricia Drosten on Fri, Apr 04, 2008 @ 9:32 PM CT
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Well, I was acting foolish and managed to injure my right knee. Nothing permanent, but the Doc says I have to take it easy for a bit. I am still planning on beginning the 24 week training cycle with my team on May 11th. So I will be limping around for a few days but you can bet I will be back on track by the end of the month and will be ready to start "steppin' up" by training day!!!!
by Patricia Drosten on Fri, Apr 04, 2008 @ 9:27 PM CT
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Last Saturday I was able to participate in a 5K walk that benefitted the Alzheimers Association. As you may know, my mom was affected with this devastating disease and the family suffered along with her until her passing last August.
During the walk, I carried some photos of mom and I really felt like she was taking the journey with me. It was an emotional day for me and I am so grateful that I had a chance to participate. The turn out was small, but my fellow walkers were passionate about the cause. I can only imagine the emotions that will prevail when thousands of walkers join together for the Breast Cancer 3 day in October.
Thanks again for all your support!
by Patricia Drosten on Mon, Mar 31, 2008 @ 5:35 PM CT
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Well we have finally got the treadmill set up and I will start logging mile tomorrow.
by Patricia Drosten on Mon, Mar 31, 2008 @ 5:30 PM CT
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So far the response from my friends has been incredible. I knew I had a great support system but you all amaze me.
My team will be meeting next week to begin our team fundraising efforts. We are in the process of planning several events and we hope you will all be able to make it out to join us.
More to come, stay tuned!
by Patricia Drosten on Tue, Mar 18, 2008 @ 6:25 AM CT
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