"The whole of life is but a moment of time. It is our duty, therefore to use it, not to misuse it."
~Plutarch
I am ready to use it!
Recenltly, my aunt Tina was diagnosed with breast cancer. The crazy thing was she went for her FIRST mammogram and was given the awful news. Within weeks of learning of her diagnosis, she was prepared for a mastectomy. Overwhelmed by the emotional, physical and financial disaster of the situation, she is beating this disease. She is AMAZING!
In my heart, I wanted to help her--to take away the pain of reality. I realized that it's not just about helping her, its about helping all women fight for the cure. . .it's about making sure my daughter has a cure and that my friends' daughters, all of our daughters never have to fight this battle. . .
I am going to walk this 3-day race for the cure, and beside me will be my "favorite" cousin Missy and my aunt Donna and many other women who feel the same way!
Please support me as I take an amazing journey in the fight against breast cancer! The Breast Cancer 3-Day is a 60-mile walk over the course of three days. Net proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure and National Philanthropic Trust, funding important breast cancer research, education, screening, and treatment.
So, help me MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!!
"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined."
!Henry David Thoreau
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Yesterday, I walked with several other breast cancer walkers through Trumbull and Shelton, up and down many hills almost 11.5 miles in about 3.5 hours with 2 stretch, potty breaks!! And suprisingly, I am not that sore. I was a bit yesterday, and today I am a little, but in all, I feel terrific! WWOOO HOOO!
by Darce Osler on Mon, Jun 23, 2008 @ 2:47 PM CT
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Last Sunday I walked my first 8 mile leg. We did it in less than 2.5 hours, AND we took a brief break for bathrooms and stretching. It was a much faster pace than I am used to, but I made it, and didn't feel that bad. Yesterday, I walked about 5 miles with Dave. I hope to walk 10 miles next weekend both Sat. and Sun. We will see what happens.
by Darce Osler on Sun, Jun 15, 2008 @ 5:32 PM CT
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A special thank you to a good friend--Carol--thank you for the donation and your wonderful words of encouragement!
by Darce Osler on Sun, Jun 15, 2008 @ 5:29 PM CT
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I would just like to thank all of my wonderful friends and family for supporting me through all this!! To all those I have not given an individual shout-out to--Steve and Steph, Luz, Candice, Lisa, Jessica, Missy, Rob--thank you from the bottom of my heart!!
by Darce Osler on Sun, Mar 09, 2008 @ 5:15 PM CT
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Since I began training in mid-January, I have walked 50.37. Almost the total amount needed to walk the 3 days. And it took me over a month!! LOL! I need to pick it up. The next two weeks, I am going to aim to walk 15 miles each week. We are officially at the 24 week count down.
by Darce Osler on Sun, Feb 24, 2008 @ 8:40 PM CT
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Today I received my largest donation by far. But that is not truly the most amazing part. The most amazing part is that this donation comes directly from my Aunt Tina, yes the one in my story above, and my uncle Greg, her husband. This couple has endured heartache and pain, and survived with love and confidence!! They really inspire me. Today's thank you goes to Tina and Greg!! I love you guys and am walking for you!!
by Darce Osler on Fri, Feb 15, 2008 @ 4:34 PM CT
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This week, so far, I have done 7 miles. . .as of this Monday 2-11-08, we have 26 weeks till the walk-a-thon. . .and it is going to fly by. . .
by Darce Osler on Fri, Feb 08, 2008 @ 6:43 PM CT
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Candice is expecting twins very soon and she found it in her heart to still help me out!! You are amazing mama!! Thank you! L&L
by Darce Osler on Wed, Feb 06, 2008 @ 4:54 PM CT
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To pretty girl, thank you so much for the donation and support--I cannot wait to do this with you and Donna!
Missy, you rock!
by Darce Osler on Thu, Jan 31, 2008 @ 7:47 PM CT
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I just wanted to thank my aunt Cathy so much for the donation! And being my first step towards reaching my goal!! I know Tina will appreciate our support and love!!
by Darce Osler on Sat, Jan 26, 2008 @ 12:38 PM CT
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Well, so far up 9.48 miles. . .did 5.58 today. Wheww!! But, Donna is kicking my rear, both in the mileage and fundraising!! I gotta getta move on!! Thanks for the motivation Donna!
by Darce Osler on Fri, Jan 25, 2008 @ 9:24 PM CT
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3.57 miles today! Making a total of 8.16 miles this week so far. . .less than 5 miles to go this week to make my goal! I know we will be doing a bit of walking/dancing and hopefully get a little cardio in at some point in the day. . .
by Darce Osler on Thu, Jan 17, 2008 @ 9:13 PM CT
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So, back on the training wagon, it is only Wed. and I have walked just about 5 miles. My goal this week is 12 miles. And I would like to start truly getting to my donation goal too. I need to write up some donation form letters and get them out at work and to friends and family to have them pass them out!!
by Darce Osler on Wed, Jan 16, 2008 @ 7:10 PM CT
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So this week, being as crazy as it has been, I still put in almost 5 miles as of today. . .and hopefully with Sat. and Sunday I will tack on another 6 miles and make it an 11 mile week. . .my weeks run Monday to Monday. Hoping to find myself back on track this week--working hard, hitting the pavement. Depending on the weather, maybe Donna and I can do a walk from Guilford to Branford next Sat. We will see!
by Darce Osler on Fri, Jan 11, 2008 @ 9:24 PM CT
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I managed to successfully wrack up about 10 miles this week and a night of Yoga. Not to bad for joining the bandwagon:). Looking to put in 14 or more miles this week. Though a lot going on so we will see!
by Darce Osler on Mon, Jan 07, 2008 @ 10:42 AM CT
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Another 3.5 miles down on the treadmill tonight. . .
by Darce Osler on Thu, Jan 03, 2008 @ 8:31 PM CT
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I started my official training this week. I walked 3 miles on Tuesday, did an hour of yoga yesterday and intend on walking 3 miles tonight after Bela goes to slumberland. I was so sore today from the Yoga, it felt great to stretch, but man, I did not want to get out of bed this morning!! I did not want to feel my bones move:)!! Nothing like a hot shower for a cure! Anyhow, Donna keeps suggesting a pub crawl--I am all game, but I think we should wait till it's a teeny tiny bit warmer. . .that way if one of us passes out, we won't get hyperthermia!!:)LOL
by Darce Osler on Thu, Jan 03, 2008 @ 5:12 PM CT
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As Donna likes to say, we got "inked". Donna and I ventured out and both got tattoos of the pink ribbon promoting breast cancer awareness with our team name, Torino's Hope, above it. It was Donna's first tattoo!! It was both an inspiring moment and a courageous one for her! Thanks for sharing it with me Donna! Committed to the cause and love for Tina, we got "Inked". Afterwards, we shared a drink and some stories. When we first got to the tattoo parlor, Donna, very eloquently announced to the reception area that she had a big mole near where she wanted the tattoo--it was very funny!
Well--our journal has begun and now it is a permanent part of us!
by Darce Osler on Tue, Jan 01, 2008 @ 12:03 PM CT
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A few people initially said they would join me. One of them was my auntie Donna:). However, after she really thought about it, she reconsidered joining me by walking, but would rather sponsor me. I knew that this would be an amazing thing for her to support her sister, Tina, and for her to say she walked 60 freakin miles, AND she fundraised $2200 for an amazing cause!! So, after trying to talk to her, I was sincerely disappointed, really beleiving she was not going to do it. After I went out, I came home to an email saying she had committed to the event and registered to be a walker!! YEAH! I am so proud of her! And I am so happy she is doing it with me!
In addition, my wonderful cousin and friend, was the first to say she was signing up with me officially! I am so happy that she too will be walking by my side and doing this amazing thing for me!! Missy-you're a rockstar man!!
Lastly, my kind and loving mother-in-law, Holly has decided to take this venture with me too! Having her love and blessing with us is very special to me!!
So, Donna, Missy and Holly-we are going to kick some buts and be an amazing team in August!
I love you all!
by Darce Osler on Thu, Dec 06, 2007 @ 5:20 PM CT
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I kept saying I was going to do this, this walk. I knew in my heart that I wanted to do it, mostly for the power of hope it represents. But, the commitment itself was much more difficult. Will my friends and family really join me as they said they would? Can I really do this? The fundraising, the actual walk. . .
And the answer is yes, I can do this. I will do this and even if my personal friends and family cannot or do not do it, I will not be alone! I will be surrounded with other amazing women. . .
So, here I go. . .
by Darce Osler on Sat, Dec 01, 2007 @ 8:51 PM CT
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