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This is for you, Frank #CancerSucks
Hey, my friends.
As you know, a portion of my book proceeds goes to The American Cancer Society. And…you may or may not know this, but my husband and I have the Arizona Pain Train fundraising going on, too.
Yep. We even have a FB page (CLICK HERE to check it out).
The AZ Pain Train is where we participate in endurance events and raise money at the same time. Hence the name AZ Pain Train! LOL. The first event was us riding our bikes across Iowa for Ragbrai back in July of 2012.
You guys helped us raise over $3,00.00! That one was geared mostly toward my Mother inlaw who’d died that October and my step-mum who’d been diagnosed only a month earlier.
This year, I’m trying for my first ever marathon. Yep. I’ve never run one. So, while starting my training after a major abdominal surgery, I thought this might be a good event to pair up with AZ Pain Train.
This year, my focus is on my dear friend, Frank Redman. He was diagnosed with a inoperable brain tumor. Young guy with young kids. I’m so sad by this. So, I figured since I can’t control that dang disease, I’m gonna try and raise money for it.
I met Frank back in 2009 when I attended my first ever national writing conference. We met through the speculative fiction groups as we both write that genre. Sure, mine was romance and his wasn’t so much, but still.We hit it off. Even had the same agent for a while. We’ve been through some ups and downs in the writing world together, and I am thankful to have him as a friend. He’s rock solid. Loves his family above all. Such a treasure.
So, this is for you, Frank. I’m sure you’d rather be out exercising and doing other things than radiation and chemo. So, I am dedicating my marathon on October 26th to you!
There are some more people near and dear to my heart that I will be spotlighting over the coming weeks as I prep for this endurance event. So stay tuned. Let’s join together and send out healing thoughts and prayers for those dealing with this terrible disease. You can donate to my fundraiser HERE. Spread the word. Let’s raise tons of money–you never know, the dollar you donate or help get to donate might be the one to help find a cure!!
Thanks for your support.
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I’m back…
Hey everyone. Emma Martin here!
I’m glad to be hijacking the blog again since Lynn’s off gallivanting across Iowa. Though, you have to admit, riding 350 miles in five days is pretty epic. Not to mention she her hubby raised nearly $3,000 for cancer!
So, while she’s out there with no computer or anything, enjoying the humidity of Iowa, let’s see what kind of trouble I can cause here on the blog. And it might be a lot since the Vamps have been eerily quiet lately.
But enough about Vamps
First off, a giveaway. These are always a ton of fun. So, here goes….
a Rafflecopter giveaway
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AZ Pain Train Update
Holy Cow you guys!!!
I did a post on June 4th about the AZ Pain Train and you guys answered.
We’ve MET OUR GOAL!!!!
CHECK IT OUT —> Arizona Pain Train ACS Site
But even though we met our goal, you can still donate if you are so inclined. We’d love it!!
Thank you so much!!
My “Mum” (my step mom is from England!) starts her treatment on Monday. It’s called EPOCH Chemotherapy. They’re going to keep her in the hospital while administering the drugs over a five day period.
So keep her in your thoughts and prayers.
And thanks again for helping us meet our goal. The next endurance event for the Arizona Pain Train is the PF Changs Half-Marathon in January 2013, so stay tuned!
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The Arizona Pain Train
Cancer entered our lives on November 26th, 2010 when my mother in law, Lynn, for whom I’m named after, was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma. Two surgeries and one round of chemo later she died–October 24th, 2011. She was such an inspiration to me, hence my taking her name as my pen name.
Within a month after Lynn died, my dear friend Sandy, was diagnosed with stage four uterine cancer. Two rounds of chemo and one round of radiation later, she’s holding on strong. Such a pillar of faith.
Enter the third time cancer touched my life. My step-mom. Penny has been a part of my family for over sixteen years. She loves my dad with all her heart and helped him step into his faith. She was diagnosed with B-cell lymphoma on May 10th, 2012. She was all set to do the Ragbrai ride across Iowa starting July 21st, 2012. That’s about 480 miles across the state of Iowa. But the cancer has left her partially immobile. So…I’m taking her place! I’m going to do the ride for her, and we’re going to raise a TON of money for cancer research and treatment.
Enter American Cancer Society. They’re one of the most reputable organization to help with cancer research and treatment. So, dig deep into your pockets my friends.
Doesn’t matter how big or little the gift. EVERY PENNY COUNTS! I dedicate this ride to all those who have cancer and are facing an up-hill battle. But to you, Lynn, Penny, and Sandy, this is for you!
I’m so excited to do this, yet terrified. I’m not a camper, and each night we’ll be tent-camping.
Any hints?????
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CLICK HERE for our American Cancer Society Page. CLICK HERE for our Facebook Page
