Shamefully, it's taken me a long time to post a follow up to the amazing Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event. It was truly a magical day. We had *beautiful* weather in Golden Gate Park, never something to be taken for granted, and a fabulous turn out of people. So many students and parents were there, even a couple of parents from Jet's class. Myself and a few students were scheduled to speak up on the main stage. I had been told via email that I would have 3 minutes to speak so I had prepared something to say but then when I checked in, I was told that it be interview style. Oh well, better than the other way around! So I was interviewed by Dr. Kim Mulvihill from CBS San Francisco and she was very cool. I managed to get in all the things I had wanted to say in my little speech anyway. Here is the link to the video of the interview, in all my bald glory.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpdZrsUvy44&
Overall it was a stupendous day. I was so proud of all my students for coming out and of course very touched by all their care and support. The walk itself was a sunny 5 miles through the park. Gadget and Jet cruised along with us on a tandem bike, all of us in our pink t-shirts.
Thank you to everyone who was involved either joining the team or contributing funds or just for moral support! Overall, Team Newblanc's Vikings raised over $14.000 for the American Cancer Society, which puts 80% of its donations toward its programs of research grants and patient support. We can all feel pretty good about that. :)
I just watched the video and you were a pillar of strength! I'm so sorry you have to go through this, but you seem to have your head in the right place and an amazing support team. I think of you often and pray for your complete recovery.
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