A friend of my from Lake Zurich High School , a bridesmaid in our wedding, and the woman who introduced me to Jay, wrote the following letter and asked me to post it on my blog. She is walking with a team in the Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure. I know it will be emotional, but I will be there when her and her team cross the finish line in Chicago this summer. She is doing a wonderful thing, and I am so grateful for her support. As with most freindships, the ebb and flow of life take you apart sometimes, and we have not kept in constant contact. Upon hearing of my diagnosis, she was one of the friends that stepped up, and supported my journey. She is such a kind and thoughtful person, and I appreciate her support. Please read her letter below. Thank you!
Imagine the Unimaginable…
Exactly one year ago, my high school friend, Kari, had a life changing experience when she sat in a doctor’s office, and heard the words… “You have Stage 3 breast cancer”. At age 33, with a four year old little boy and a one year old baby girl at home, all she kept thinking was…. I have to stay healthy and take care of my babies! After a year of chemo and ongoing radiation, she continues her battle against cancer.
Her fight against cancer along with many other loved ones, has inspired me to join the Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure that is held this August. As a walker, I must raise $2300. Once my goal has been met, I plan to donate all the additional proceeds to Kari and her family to assist them in paying their ridiculously high medical bills.
Please take a moment to email me and let me know if you would be willing to donate to this cause by writing a check in my name or purchasing a raffle ticket. The raffle tickets cost $10 each. They will be sold from now until the end of May. Each week in June, tickets will be chosen and winners will have the chance to win $50 or $300 in rewards.
Thank you for your support!!!
Jaime DeBlieck
jdeblieck@district158.org
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