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This Mother’s Day, I’m participating in Y-ME’s Walk to Empower because I want to ensure no one faces breast cancer alone. My goal is to raise at least $300 and I invite you to help me.

Our funds will benefit Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization, which is celebrating 30 years of offering free-of-charge programs and services. The Y-ME Hotline (800-221-2141) is the only 24/7 hotline staffed entirely by trained peer counselors who are breast cancer survivors.

I hope you will make a contribution to my campaign in support of this outstanding organization. The amount is up to you--every dollar helps.

How You Can Support Me

Click on the donate button to the right, above my thermometer. If you prefer to write a check, please print out the donation form at the bottom of this page and mail it to Y-ME.

Of course, I would welcome your company on Walk Day! To join my team, visit my team’s page. Thank you again for your support.

My Journey With Cancer

I put off my first mammogram until I was 43, for a number of reasons. I had to get one, though, when I developed pain in my left breast. So, I had a diagnostic mammogram done. It found a large stellate tumor. Surgery was done, and was successful. My sentinel node biopsy came back clean, but due to the size of the tumor, chemotherapy was recommended. I went through 6 rounds of FEC treatment. Then I had 6 weeks of daily radiation to the affected area. I am happy to say that I am free of cancer right now, and that the odds of it recurring in the next 5 years are slim to none. Y-ME was there for me when I needed a voice on the phone to reassure me that I would indeed survive the hell that was chemo. No one should ever have to face breast cancer alone - NO ONE. Your donation can help make sure that never happens, until a cure is found.