His and Hers

It was easy to spot Christoph when I landed in Germany with matching trampolines...

Folding trampolines are a mobile workout - the best fat burning exericise on the planet and it's so fun. With only a minute to set up, you'll be bouncing in no time. We're in the process of branding our own B4B trampolines for sale and proceeds will go to the cause- stay tuned for updates.

Going bald update - it appears that Christoph has raised over £500 so I won't be shaving my head.
Happy Bouncing...

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TGIF

It’s Friday and the end of a long and fulfilling week. Not only has our FUNdraising family grown 400%, Christoph and I have a new addition to our family. Max Pleasure, once a stray cat, is now the purrfect companion; minimal shedding, no clawing the furniture, no messes on the oriental carpets, endless supply of cuddles and most importantly, he puts up with my dance moves and singing when I’m bouncing.

I’m off to Germany and Italy on business with Christoph. With trampolines in tow, the bouncing continues. Latest landmarks added to our tour:

2nd May: The Dom - Cologne, Germany
3rd May: The Alps
7th May: Rialto Bridge - Venice, Italy

In & Out Surgery

Kathleen’s minor surgery was a success. The procedure only took about 2 hours and the doctor removed all the dead tissue (it appears that some of her stomach skin didn’t take to the reconstructed breast). She’s wrapped in an ace bandage like a mummy so she doesn’t know how it looks. The doc had to put a tube in to ease the draining, yet all this is necessary to speed up the healing of the breast so that she can commence chemotherapy in 3 to 4 weeks.

I’m planning my trip to Florida to be with Kathleen during the commencement of her chemo. The countdown of the campaign begins and we’ve got just 37 days to go and $3700 left to raise. There will be a series of bouncing events in Florida during the final leg of the tour. We’re confident that we can achieve our goal with the help of so many wonderful individuals who love stepping up in making a difference. I consider the job done and we will all have the pleasure of discovering the history we created together.

I can’t begin to tell you just how much my upcoming visit with Kathleen means to me. Every bounce I make, I do for her. When she’s weak – I focus my energy her way. This B4B tour began as a pilgrimage for her. Whilst there are parts to this campaign that have elements of creativity, fun and eccentricity, Kathleen’s breast cancer has impacted my life in a profound way. I am forever changed. I think differently now for I too have sought to find a new meaning to the effects of cancer and reflected upon my life.

In a two-day business progression workshop I facilitated this week, I realised just how much the B4B campaign has taught me. I re-assessed my values and discovered what my true life purpose is: To consistently improve the quality of my life and to help others to do the same. The question that has helped me get clarity on this subject is: Am I alive or am I living?

The greatest gift I have received is that I am increasingly living within my core in just about everything I do – personally, professionally, emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually. In order to experience this quality of living, I had to learn the most fundamental life lesson which has taken 37 years to master. I am at my very best when I became who I was all along. All I needed to do is to be me.

Kathleen’s experience, my admiration and respect for her, and this campaign is a reflection of all that. Thanks to all she has taught me, I am proud to say that I am living!

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FAQ's

Since the campaign began, we've been asked loads of great questions. I've included the most popular ones for you today. If you would like any others answered, please email us at bounce@bouncingforbreastcancer.org.

Do you really bounce 10,000 time daily?

Yes, we average 10,000 daily bounces and we use a pedometer to keep count. Some days, like the Bunny Bounce, I did 20,000 so I can have a day off. When I was too ill to bounce in New Delhi, my husband bounced on my behalf and I made up the numbers when I was fit again. The strength of this campaign is to do what it takes to hit the goal of 1 million bounces during 100 days. I've learned that the greater emotional and behavioral flexibility one lives, the greater the success.

How long does it take to bounce 10,000 times?

Average time: 1.5 hours

Where does bouncing in front of the landmarks come in?

When I kicked off this campaign, I knew the travel and work abroad commitments that I had in the coming months. Before my trip to India, I said to Kathleen, "I will bounce every day until I raise this $10,000. This is my commitment to you. I will bounce in my hotel room and heck, I'll even bounce in front of the Taj Mahal." And then it started. In each city along my travels, I decided that would bounce in front of a famous landmark and photograph it for Kathleen. As she has not travelled abroad (yet), this is a way to show her and my neices the world.

I have a trampoline at home - can I join in to help your sister and bounce for your campaign?

Absolutely. Anyone interested in joining our FUNdraising team should email me at bounce@bouncingforbreastcancer.org or telephone on 0845- 899 -1276.

Thank You, John

It has been confirmed that the £46 pounds raised during the Bunny Bounce during Easter Weekend can go to our cause. Thanks John, for your support.

Spoke to Kathleen today. Though she's finding it a challenge to be immobile for a few days, she's getting on with some projects that she's wanted to do for awhile - writing letters, putting photos in albums, and cleaning of the fishtank.

To keep her spirits high, she's thinking about all the things she is going to do when she's fit and back on her feet again. Running a half marathon was amongst a long list.

love and blessings xp

'You were born for this very moment'

I received an email from Kathleen this morning. I wanted to share it with you, as she has a full update on her status (many of you have been asking) and she thanks the many people who have carried her. This extends to YOU - the many people Christoph and I have met who have helped us during the campaign in donations, prayers, well wishes and overall support. You have made such an incredible difference - thank you.

The letter from Kathleen reads...

This Monday will have been six weeks from surgery and I can't tell you how better I felt especially last week. Unfortunately, I felt so much better that I challenged myself a bit too much... so I learned. Or, ugh, I am learning... the hard way... I am confined to bed or a recliner for 4 days. Possibly more unless the Dr. tells me otherwise.

The healing process is much longer than anticipated, so a new surgery has been set for this Thurs. at 10AM. He said I was about 3 weeks behind. The Dr. will take the scabs off and drain fluid etc... (is this grossing you out?). I didn't ask any more questions for the first time in my life... I just couldn't know anything else other than this procedure will take about 1.5 hours or less. Minimal discomfort.... Ha ...that is what he led me to believe about the groin surgery!!!!!

All in all this should speed up the healing procedure enough for me to have Chemo within a month.... verses about another 6 months without surgery......which leads me to say that I found my Oncologist. He was the first Dr. that examined me and said I was in no condition to start... if I had, I would have been seriously jeopardizing the original Tram Flap surgery to the point of losing the breast. So.... once I am totally healed, I will start the Chemo process.. [in about one month] I need 6 treatments in 4 months, thus every 3 weeks. He wants to pull out the strong stuff because of my age and cancer type. This was the 4th Oncologist opinion and he was the first to not only examine me but order tests; ie- heart and lung scans that will give him a base line. No other Dr. even mention or ordered such tests. ALSO and this is the biggie...... He understands and recongnizes my world of natural support for the immune system. Not only this.....he is knowledgeable of what supplements I am currently taking and feels that it would provide me with better energy and has seen studies that in NO way would my supplements interfere with his program! This was very contrary to ALL other opinions and of those other opinions no one was interested in reading reports proving otherwise or open for discussion.

I feel very confident in going through this process especially now. God has given me the peace of mind and provision with the right people.

The only negative side to this whole situation is that my original schedule has been delayed by about one month. But that is it. Once I start Chemo after my first treatment, I will be able to manage work and therapy just fine [Chemo treatment on Friday and in bed Fri, Sat and Sun, then back to work] . In addition, after Chemo.. I will be starting a Herceptin treatment for one year-- no fatigue or side effects! Since I have a 30% margin of potential recurrence/more cancer in other areas [70% margin of excellent health], Herceptin combined with Chemo will take that 30% margin and reduce it to 1.5% concern-- that's almost 100% cancer free instead of the 70% mentioned above. So, because I am young I will go through this.

originally, I did not think that my margins would be that wide [30%]. This is the first Dr. that showed me the %'s. Thus.. the program will begin, once healing from surgery is complete.

This whole process has been very trying. The greatest gift I have received is that I didn't feel like I could do this and you all held me up and carried me when I couldn't myself.... As I told my Dr Cox from the first surgery.... 'You were born for this very moment' as I believe you all were, as well, to aid in carrying me.
;-) thanks for being here....

Love,
Kathleen

Going Bald - Battle of the Sexes

Kathleen has cut her hair short so that when she loses it during chemo, it won't be a shock. So that Kathleen doesn't have to experience this on her own, I have decided to shave my head completely. This I do to show her my solidarity and to raise money to meet the 10K by end of May. Don't get me wrong, I love my hair especially now that it's grown long again and surviving the in-between funky stages.

I am currently exploring options on the best way to open up the auction and will keep you posted. In the meantime, my husband Christoph, has announced that he may open another auction to bid against me. Like most men, he loves long hair - mine, in particular.

The battle of the sexes has begun.

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Feeling Helpless

After speaking to Kathleen today I felt frustrated for the first time since I found out about her breast cancer. Frustrated that her breast isn't healing from the surgery. I even felt a bit angry. "Damn it" I thought to myself, "Why has it started bleeding again? What is causing it to bleed?"

Today was also the first day that I experienced Kathleen's sensitivities and range of emotions from appreciation to stubborness. I love her dearly and embrace what she's going through. I understand she doesn't want to go to the emergency room to get it checked out because she isn't sure they have dealt with this kind of thing before. Yet, I shared that the strength of her journey so far is that the right people have shown up at the right times. Not for one moment do I doubt her judgement and approach. She has my support and I encourage her to do what she feels is best for herself. As a loving sister, I will not always tell her what she wants to hear, though I will be honest with her if I see there may be other ways to reach her outcome.

Today, I felt helpless. Today, I just wanted to be with her rather than bouncing on the other side of the Atlantic.

I was deep in thought. Doing what we've always done will get us what what we've always gotten. Trusting, accepting help from others and believing in possibility vs. doubt is key to progress. Change will always happen; progress is a choice.

Today, I felt more, learned more and grew more. These are of the gifts of learning I received today.

love and blessing to all xp

Day 55 – 550,053 bounces

It just dawned on me that Saturday (the bunny bounce) marked the 50th day – half way through this personal campaign in support of Kathleen and her kids. Looking back, I’m amazed at how far we’ve come:

• Raised just over $6200, through donations from all over the world
• Bounced in 3 countries India, France and UK- totalling 550, 053 bounces
• Grown a team of FUNdraisers
• Found fantastic sponsors
• Run a blog
• Launched our website www.bouncingforbreastcancer.org
• Created an on-line shop with novelty tshirts and merchandise
• Caught press attention to an initial circulation of 1.5 million

Not bad at all. However, the heart of this campaign- THE PURPOSE of why we’re here in the first place lies with Kathleen’s experience with breast cancer. Her daily life and how far she’s come:

• Had a single mastectomy and reconstruction
• Confirmed that she had stage 2 cancer and lymph nodes were clear
• Been scheduled for minor surgery to help her healing of skin
• Come to terms with the fact she’ll need chemo. As of recent, she learned that due to the size of the cysts that were removed, they can only assume cancerous cells exist elsewhere in her body. Therefore, she is urged to proceed with chemo ASAP.
• Become even closer to her daughter and family
• Received more love, blessings and prayers from around the world that ever in her life.
• Found new meaning in her life and her way forward

Day 55 and I’ve not seen Kathleen yet, though we speak very frequently. I will be with her in mid May, after her chemo begins. I cannot begin to express the emotions I have regarding our visit. Being far away geographically, this almost feels unreal. Yet it’s very real, I know. For some reason, seeing her will make it all the more real for me.

If anyone following this story and has contacts with airlines, I am looking for a sponsor to bring me home to my sister.

With love and blessings xp

Back to the Operating Room

Kathleen requires minor surgery. There are areas of her skin on the breast that aren't healing well and in order to speed up the recovery process, the will need to remove these areas. I never imagined all the things that could potentially go astray or slow matters down before commencing chemotherapy. Kathleen is taking this all in stride and with optimism, for she knows it will lead her to the outcome: full recovery.

How true this is in life; so much can go wrong and yet so much can go right. It's a matter of how we look at it. My dear friend, Kathleen Marcove, wrote an article just before Christmas 2005 that addresses this very subject. I was so moved that I want to share it with you.

The Perfect Gift

As I was putting together my Christmas shopping list I began to think about the many gifts I have received in my life. Not the material gifts, but the treasured experiences that have shaped me. There are the obvious ones—my first true love, my wedding day, the birth of my children. I received these with an open heart and will always attach great meaning and significance to them. But perhaps the most valuable gifts were the ones I did not want—the sudden death of my mother, the big job I did not get, the feeling of rejection by a friend. These were things I found difficult to accept as gifts. I have had a hard time finding the proper place they hold in my life. At times these experiences have seemed to completely define me, at other times it is as if they never happened at all.

I realize it is a kin to the Christmas morning when you asked for a diamond-studded watch, but Santa brought a food processor instead. You feel disappointed because it was not the beautiful thing you wanted. Eventually, when you get over the shock, you try to use the food processor but make mistakes with it. You even cut yourself on the blade at times. But over the years you begin to understand how to use it to make things better, and eventually you find a comfortable and appropriate place to store it in your life—not in the middle of the dining room, and not in the garage. But in a place ready to strengthen you when you need it and to give you comfort knowing that if you can see that unwanted gift of your life as a blessing to create passion and beauty for yourself and others, you can do anything.

In his classic work Man’s Search For Meaning, Victor Frankel, reflecting on his experience in a Nazi concentration camp, writes that “everything can be taken from a man but the last of the human freedoms: to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances.” We all have that freedom of choice every moment of our lives. Be conscious of the attitude you choose to adopt towards all that life gives you—the thing you don’t want may just be the most meaningful experience of your life, the perfect gift.

love and blessings, xp

Happy Bunny

It's official, I've gone completely mad for this campaign! Never thought I'd find myself bouncing in a bunny costume 20,000 times over 4 hours in front of thousands of passers-by on a bank holiday weekend. But that's what I love about life - EVERYTHING is possible when we put our minds to it.

I must admit I was a bit nervous as I was walking towards the South Bank to an area next to the London Eye. I felt a bit ridiculous and I thought to myself, "What the hell am I doing?". Then, I changed my focus. It's not about me afterall, it's about my sister being able to pay her mortgage and utilities. It's about her having proper nutrition - organic veggies and fruits to help speed up her recovery. It's about my nieces being supported during this time. It's about the petrol it costs to drive 6 hours round trip to see her doctors once a week. It's about the seemingly small incremental medical costs that mount up to hundreds of dollars within a day, a week or a month. It's clearly not about me afterall. So with courage hand in hand with love, I was committed to complete what I set out to do.

Twenty minutes into the bounce amidst many entertained supporters, security approached us and announced that I was not permitted there. After the weeks of planning and mustering up super hero inner strength, there was no way I was going to hang up my bunny ears and fold up my trampoline without exploring what ways we could stay that would be a win-win for everybody. Ten minutes later, the situation was resolved based on one condition; we could not accept money for our cause. I gave them my word and I was just so grateful that they allowed us to stay until I completed 20,000 bounces - my personal goal. We never turned away so much money in our life - an estimated £500. In fact, the £46 that was donated to us in the first 20 minutes will be given to the South Bank governing body so they can donate it to a charity of their cause. This sincere gesture is to establish that we have a bonafide personal campaign with heart and integrity at its core. After all, today was about having fun and raising awareness through talking to people - that's exactly what we did.

As you can imagine, the rest of the day meant even more to me. "Bless my cotton socks", I repeated as I bounced. I soaked up the smiles and support from onlookers, especially from the little children who were excited by the presence of the Easter Bunny.

Thanks to the B4B family (Christoph, Diana, and Charlotte) who were present to share enthusiasm and information about our cause. Thanks also to Felicity for the lucky socks you sent; they did the trick.

Kathleen, an invisible Easter Egg is on its way to you filled with greetings, prayers, love and well wishes.

7th Heaven

Christoph and I celebrated our 7th year wedding anniversary today. We drank in the pleasures of a wonderful journey down to Poole for a sumptuous lunch at the Mansion House Restaurant. Then we meandered along the coast to take in the sites and a bounce, as one does...

When sharing what 7 years has meant to us, Christoph so eloquently said, "I'm in 7th heaven."
I couldn't agree more. Then I thought to myself, "What the heck does that expression actually mean?". So I googled it and this is what I found.

To be in 'seventh heaven' means to be enjoying the ultimate happiness. Here is its origin: the Muhammadan seventh heaven, is said to be "beyond the power of description." There each inhabitant is bigger than the whole earth and has 70,000 tongues that speak 70,000 languages...all forever chanting the praises of Allah. In the Islamic concept of heaven, which also prevailed among the Jews, one goes after death to the heaven he has earned on earth, and the seventh heaven, ruled by Abraham, is the ultimate one, a region of pure light lying above the other six, the heaven of heavens. - Carol Pozefsky, Etymology expert

Kathleen, we enjoyed sharing our special anniversary with you. Also, a very special thanks to our new friend Trevor Andrews for taking such good care of us and being a damn good photographer!!!

An abundance of love and blessings to all. xx p+c

The Little Wins

I could hear the excitemet in Kathleen's voice when I called so she could share her big news. Today marked the first time she could roll over in bed all by herself since her operation. Hip, Hip, Hurray!!!!

It's the little wins that lead us to the BIG wins.

WOW

Remember a time when you felt totally WOW'd? When you were just so amazed at how far you've come, how proud you feel, how fulfilled you are and just how damn lucky you are to be alive to experience the love, laughter and support of family, friends, colleagues, strangers and even yourself?

Well, I'm having one of those days -which is why my fingers are tapping a marathon. Thanks in advance for taking time to read my record breaking entry. I am beyond words as to how grateful I am to everyone, especially Kathleen. I pray for thanks each day that her surgery was a success, that she had only two stage cancer, that they found no cancer in her lymph nodes and most importantly, that her future looks bright.

I embrace each conversation with Kathleen. I admire how she shares with me - with all of you - her precious journey. How her recovery is coming along, where her energy levels are, how the girls and her mom are, who has made a difference in her life, where she lives emotionally, the other cancer victims she has spoken to who have it much worse, and how she has grown from this experience. She has been an incredible leader through this and has led herself from a victim of breast cancer to a place of empowerment in her recovery. She is currently researching oncology and assessing the best route for her post cancer treatment. She does this by reading everything she can get her hands on so that she can make educated decisions on what's right for her. Although they expected her surgical areas and blood tests to be better than they currently are, everything is moving forward and looking good. As of last Friday, she is tube free... no longer the bionic woman (or boobonic woman as I called her ).

Each day, there are a number of stories to share and sometimes I'm stumped to choose just one so that my daily blog entry doesn't turn into some lengthy Tolstoy book. In those times, I turn inwards towards my heart to know what message I need to share that on that particular day.

And today is no exception. This one is a WOW...

One of many touching stories I've not yet shared with you is one about her 8 year old daughter, Christina. At the time that Kathleen had returned from the hospital, Christina had a contagiuos cold and was not able to see Kathleen until she was better. They hadn't seen each other in over 10 days and naturally, this was most heart-renching for both of them. I was talking to Kathleen the day Christina finally came home and asked how great it must have felt to have finally hugged her daughter. She explained that although Christina was home, they were not permitted to come into physical contact with each other until her cold was gone for good. So she taught Christina how to hug with her eyes. Several times a day, they would hug with their eyes until a bear hug was possible. WOW- how cool it is to hug with your eyes! I imagined how that would feel and what that would look like. Then, I imagined Kathleen sitting there on the end of the phone and tried hugging with my ears. It was then, Ibegan to embrace every word she spoke and even her silence. Thank you Kathleen and Christina for teaching us a new way of loving.

During challenging moments, it has been vitally important to maintain an element of fun in the campaign as well - as it reflects the personality of both Kathleen and myself. Even though I was very upset to hear about Kathleen's breast cancer and have experienced low days myself, I have committed to find a way to create a campaign that is uplifting and brings new meaning to life. Where we live emotionally affects the state of our health and our quality of life. How great is it for Kathleen that she can now choose to create a compelling future by choosing to master her emotions. And if there is one thing that is guaranteed as an instant mood uplifter - bouncing on a trampoline!!!!

In just 6.5 weeks, I've raised over $6100. I am moved to tears and so very thankful for everyone who has come forward to support this heartfelt and purposeful campaign by sending prayers to Kathleen and the family, contributing their time and talents, stepping up as sponsors, and donating funds. Thanks also to the network that is being created through this blog or from individuals passing this story on to others. I'd especially like to acknowledge my dear friend, Mark Pendell, for his love, enthusiastic support and great ideas moving forward. Through him, several people have come forward over the weekend to donate funds and provide contacts in specialist areas for Kathleen and the campaign.

On behalf of Kathleen and myself, a WOW thank you to one and all. May your day be filled with blessings. x

Daddy Dearest

Dad and his wife, Fran are visiting Kathleen and the kids. After having spoken to each of them over the past few months, I know in my heart this is a long awaited and much deserved reunion. It brings me to tears knowing what healing is being done at this very moment.

As both a witness and an insider to someone whose family is affected by breast cancer, it's been fascinating for me to observe how each person reacts differently. Times like these bring anxious moments, sad moments, joyous moments , grateful moments and awkward moments too. I know this has mainly affected the women in my family, as it's a women's disease. However, I have observed our Dad from a distance. All he wants is the best for Kathleen - the best love, the best care and attention that he and anyone can give.

It's during times like these that Daddies just want to take over to protect their little girl, regardless of her age. That they too feel pain and worry, not knowing what is called for or what to do. They know this is a woman thing and therefore, want to leave the requisite amount of space for the woman out of respect.

I have observed this in my own family. At times, I sense where there may have easily been misunderstandings, confusion or hurt feelings all because people have the best intentions out of love. It's in times like these that we must remember that there are no right and wrong things to do, as long as one acts from the heart.

As the French poet and writer, Antoine St. Exupery, famously wrote in The Little Prince, "It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye."

What is essential IS invisible to the eye; the best of the best shines though if we see with our hearts.

I love you Kathleen, Dad and the rest of our family. I am proud and encouraged by all of your courage, love, strength, patience, forgiveness and understanding.

April in Paris

Salut tout le monde!!! This is my favorite landmark of all times. And even more special that we've Bounced for Boobs here. Due to the marathon tomorrow, we thought it best to do our deed today.

And what a great start to the day it was. Starting off at 6:30am, we saw Paris come alive. The sun rising, the people stirring, the smell of fresh croissants from the patisseries fill the air. It was breathtaking. It was a dream come true.

I love this city! I love you Kathleen!!!

Step'n Up

It's just gone 2am. We're now in Paris and just bounces away from the Eiffel Tower...

We've stepped up a notch in the campaign, surpassing our half way point - raising over $5500 in just 6 weeks. In addition, we've broadened the communication circle and we have accepted to do an exclusive with a magazine. This means that potentionally over 1 million people will learn about this story and be inspired, entertained or moved to join our campaign family.

This is all well received news to Kathleen. I am pleased to report that she is making good and steady progress. She has an appointment with a doctor tomorrow so I'll be able to share even more news on Saturday. I do know that her chemo has been delayed slightly as she is not healing as fast as they expected. This is giving her an opportunity to research more about the treatments they propose she has and to find alternative ways to healing. Overall, things are looking up.

Bonne Nuit xx

For the record

I've been informed by a few people saying they saw our Bouncing for Breast Cancer Campaign at the Vitality show in London over last weekend. We were not there, however, Breast Cancer Care were. They joined the bouncing bandwagon and posted a flip chart sign next to a trampoline, saying 'Bounce' for Breast Cancer. Well done for them for having raised money to help support others.

For all of you following this story and for the record, be rest assured that our campaign is the original Bouncing for Breast Cancer, as it's based on a very personal story about my sister Kathleen and my pledge to bounce 10,000 a day to raise $10K. We are different from a charity in that ALL the proceeds go to my sister and not on overhead costs or advertising.

Rise and shine to all in your greatness.

Riding the wave of energy

As I was bouncing today, I reflected about energy and how it falls in line with the cycles of life. With the seasons. With the universe.

How do I listen to my energy? What is it saying today?

Like a surfer, who paddles out to sea to catch the big wave, he waits patiently - treading water- until the big wave comes. What is the purpose when he treads water? Is it to preserve his own energy until the time is right to ride the wave of the universal energy? He senses when it's time. Then he mounts his board and takes the ride of his life.

If we were to ride the waves all the time, we wouldn't have time to reflect on how well we did; how to improve our own style, what conditions NOT to ride in, and how to appreciate the beauty and power of stillness.

As soon as I tuned into my own energy in relation with that of the universe - so much manifested. I thought of someone and they'd call. Something I had been working on for a while, yielded great and immediate results. I had an abundance of clarity.

Another wave is coming. Ready. Set. Go...

Bounce Tour Update for April

9th April- Bouncing at Tour Eiffel in Paris, France at 8am
14th April - To be confirmed
15th April - Easter Bunny bounces on south bank, near London Eye, 12noon-2pm

*** Stay tuned for updates on which cities & landmarks the B4B campaign goes to in May***

We've raised nearly $5,000 in 5 weeks! Thanks to everyone for your endless support and encouragement. This campaign's success could not be created without you, your stories, your heart, your prayers and tremendous contribution. You make a significant difference to me, my sister Kathleen, our families, and the world community.

priscilla x

A message from David (Friday 31st March)

I am deeply moved. The more this campaign grows, the more stories people share with me of their loved ones. The more blessings I receive for Kathleen. I go to bed each night with a long list of prayers. I wake up each morning with even more purpose to help others.

This is a heartfelt message from David which will touch you, as it did me...

"My mother and I arrived in North Carolina this evening after a long day (11 hours) on the road. We reached my Aunt Arlene's house around 9:00 p.m. and enjoyed a peaceful and surprisingly cheerful visit with her and a small group of family members. We all sat and chatted until Arlene passed at 11:30 p.m.

A wonderful woman on a wonderful journey. Love, David"