The LLS Walk

Light the Night Walk took place here on Saturday. All of us went. There were hundreds upon hundreds of people young and old, even some dogs (and swans in the lake). There was food, dances, bounce houses, hot air balloons, and of course, lots of tears.

In less than 3 weeks’ time, my Hubby and I raised a grand total of $1968 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (in cash, checks, and online donations)! We chipped in ~ $700 to match donations but overall our friends and family did the most! I want to thank each and everyone of you who made it possible!!! Next time, whenever that is, we will certainly start earlier to have a even better outcome.

It was not as emotional as when we did it back in 2002. I was rather occupied with caring for the kids. However I still cried rather unsightly - I’m not a pretty crier - when the dance / drum team came through. They were very good! They roused up my inner feelings and I just couldn’t stop for a good few minutes.

Amongst the hundreds of white (and red) balloons, I spotted a young girl about 7 years old or so at the walk holding a white balloon (cancer survivors carry white balloons while supporters carry red ones). One would never have known the trials she went through if it was not for an event like this. She was cheery and happy, so full of life, holding tightly onto her mom’s hand.

This, is exactly why I want to do my part in raising money.