Hello friends and family!
On July 23, 2024, a day I will remember for the rest of my life, I became one in eight. What I mean is, one in eight women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in their lifetime, and on that day it was my turn. On that day I began to climb my own mountain of breast cancer survivorship.
This summer, as I approach my 2-year cancer anniversary, I am training to climb a different mountain. I am joining a group of women, who are also breast cancer survivors, to hike up Galena Peak in Idaho (elevation over 11,000 feet). Our goal is to raise money that will go toward finding a cure for breast cancer. The organization we are climbing with is Expedition Inspiration.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer for women (31% of all cancers). That is not just a statistic - that is our mothers, daughters, aunts, cousins and friends. Take a minute and consider all the women and girls in your life. I am climbing this mountain for them.
Expedition Inspiration's mission is to find a cure for breast cancer. Since 1995, they have funded over $1,830,225 in research grants. The money raised goes directly into the hands of those working to find a cure.
In addition to supporting breast cancer research, Expedition Inspiration supports women affected by this disease. Their survivorship program allows women to reconnect with their bodies, minds, and spirits through hiking and mountain climbing. Through these outdoor adventures and celebrations, Expedition Inspiration is not only raising spirits and hope but also raising critical funds for research.
I am forever grateful for all the love and support I have received through this cancer journey. I would appreciate your love, support, and enthusiasm as I work hard to get to the summit of Galena Peak. A donation, no matter how small, will help me reach my climb goal of $20,000. All money raised goes directly to Expedition Inspiration.
Thank you again for your support and encouragement!
With much love and gratitude,
Teri