Signed, sealed and delivered

It's all set up.  Me, Zach and my Mom will be going to Capital Hill March 16-17 to participate in this year's Children's Cancer Awareness and Advocacy Day.  We're going straight to the horse's mouth (our elected officials) and try to get money for pediatric cancer research.  Pretty cool that we get some training and then have meetings set up with people that have the power to change things.  I'm gonna make sure Zach's voice is heard at these meetings.  His future depends on it.   

Did you know that a survivor of childhood cancer 40 years ago received the same chemo drugs that kids get now?  40 years and no change...something's gotta give people. 

We're also participating in the Triangle's first ever CureSearch Walk.  Every penny puts us one step closer to fund the trials that could lead to less harmful treatments and ultimately cures.  Put your walking shoes (or flip flops) on and come walk with us to help ensure Zach and every other kid has a healthy future.  **PS - you can sign up as a virtual walker too and help even though you can't be here in person. 
 
Event ScheduleRegistration/Check In
2/26/2011 9:00 am

Opening Ceremony and Walk
2/26/2011 10:00 am

Event Location
American Tobacco Entertainment District
Downtown Durham - Center area (1.5 mile walk)
318 Blackwell St.
Durham, NC 27701
Registration will begin at 9am, a short opening ceremony will start at 10am and then we walk (approximately 1.5 miles)...upon return we recognize teams and celebrate together.

The opening ceremony consists of two mini ceremonies - the first is a balloon release to honor those children who have lost their fight with cancer, and the second is a medal ceremony to recognize children in treatment and adults and children that are pediatric cancer survivors.

The children in treatment and survivors begin our walk by carrying a banner that says 'These Are The Reasons We Walk' with names of all the patients participating and names of individuals that teams are participating in honor of who have had childhood cancer.

In addition, every person at the walk receives a bandana representing their journey with childhood cancer.
- Kelly Green = I am a SURVIVOR or am Walking on behalf of a Survivor
- Lime Green = I am in TREATMENT or Walking on behalf of a child in treatment
- Mint Green = Walking in MEMORY of a child
- Dark Green = FRIEND or Corporate Supporter

Parking will be at any spaces near the Tobacco Campus

No pets are allowed at this venue and at the walk - per site rule

Walk Route map will be provided via email to participants and team captains. The walk will be approximately 1.5 miles and will begin in the center area of the campus buildings.

Inclimate Weather Plan - TBD - we will communicate via email to all registered participants.

Activities - the committee is organizing face painters, a DJ, and other activities for the walk.

SEE YOU THERE!