A Little run And A Lot of Fun
I have participated in many 5k’s through my running life for various reasons, but the one I completed today will stay with me. It was held by The Lillie’s Friends Foundation, which is trying to find a cure for Pediatric Neuroblastoma, one of the lowest survived cancers of children. It was a beautiful day for the “Got Friends” run. The atmosphere was more relaxed than other races and the abundance of children running, seemed to resonate the reason for the race, to celebrate life. While running, as I read the signs about Neuroblastoma, I have to admit, it did make me sad. This type of cancer has no cause and no cure and the survival rate is 30%. The foundation’s mission is to raise awareness and fund research as well as support families who are affected by this cancer.
I have participated in many 5k’s through my running life for various reasons, but the one I completed today will stay with me. It was held by The Lillie’s Friends Foundation, which is trying to find a cure for Pediatric Neuroblastoma, one of the lowest survived cancers of children. It was a beautiful day for the “Got Friends” run. The atmosphere was more relaxed than other races and the abundance of children running, seemed to resonate the reason for the race, to celebrate life. While running, as I read the signs about Neuroblastoma, I have to admit, it did make me sad. This type of cancer has no cause and no cure and the survival rate is 30%. The foundation’s mission is to raise awareness and fund research as well as support families who are affected by this cancer.
Half-way through the race, I received an egg, which was a simple reminder to enjoy the moment. At the end when I opened my egg, I found a small toy and a fortune. The fortune read” Hope sees the invisible, feels the intangible and achieves the impossible.”
The after-race festivities celebrated the child in us all. There were sack races and bubbles, jump houses and face painting. The band got everyone tapping their toes and the egg hunt was fun chaos! I am glad I was able to participate in the race and be one of Lillie’s friends.
My hope, which is the hope of everyone there, is to find a cure for Neuroblastoma. Until that day, I will continue to be one of Lillie’s friends, and I encourage you to do so too!
The after-race festivities celebrated the child in us all. There were sack races and bubbles, jump houses and face painting. The band got everyone tapping their toes and the egg hunt was fun chaos! I am glad I was able to participate in the race and be one of Lillie’s friends.
My hope, which is the hope of everyone there, is to find a cure for Neuroblastoma. Until that day, I will continue to be one of Lillie’s friends, and I encourage you to do so too!
It was an uplifting experience on the day before Easter-the most uplifting day of the year. The TCTC and all the volunteers did a great job. I thought of my two healthy grandchildren and how I might feel if one of them were to be diagnosed with neuroblastoma. I cant imagine and dont want to.. I pray for Lillie's family and the other children with this terrible cancer. There were so many kids running, I loved it, they encouraged this old fat lady. God be with you all.
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