Susan Komen 3 Day 60 Mile Walk for Breast Cancer

Washington D.C.

October 11-13, 2013

Day One.  Because of the Federal Government Shut-down, our circuitous route included neighborhoods in Wheaton, D.C., Silver Spring, Seminary Park, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, then back to our Base Camp at the D.C. National Guard Armory             The rain did not deter us.  After the Zumba warm-up. we were ready to kick-it!         Base Camp  The D.C. National guard Armory     Teen Volunteers Friends from Philly
Day Two. We arose early for breakfast. Our 17 plus mile route opened onto the streets of Washington D.C., Arlington, and the Georgetown area. Despite more rain, we walked confidently on through the course, enjoying the cheering stations and the community support. Upon our return to Base Camp, we enjoyed a deliciously hot dinner.  Another leg of our journey was done!  All 1000 plus walkers, countless volunteers/crew members slept soundly in our Pink Tents.
Day Three. Sunday’s course remained mostly dry as we looped through neighborhoods around the Capitol and the Mall in D.C. Private Cheering stations dotted the route, especially on the last four miles of the course.  I was so blessed to be one of the first 20 walkers of 1000 to cross the finish line.  I know that Mom and sweet Linder were holding me together when I thought I could not make another step. The Federal Government may have moved our Closing Ceremony, but it did not stop us from celebrating. We gathered at RFK Stadium with heightened emotion after a demanding Susan Komen 3-Day event. Together we raised $2.7 million to help end breast cancer.   I praise God for giving me the strength and the fortitude to finish the course.  “Apart from Him, I am nothing.” Thank you, thank you to all of my Prayer Partners and supporters --- Rose