Tomorrow, at 5:30 am in Washington DC, myself and seven of my closest friends will begin walking a total of 39 miles for the Avon Breast Cancer fund. As a team we have raised over $14,000! I have never attempted anything like this before; raising the money as an individual as well as walking such a long distance. It will undoubtedly be a challenge, but in my mind it is only a minor feat.
The older I get the more I understand and feel responsible about the importance of helping others. There is much to be done in the world and sometimes it feels hopeless. I’ve had friends recently return from places like Afghanistan, South Africa and other war torn areas such as Sudan and Somalia. Their selfless efforts make this walk seem like a drop in the vastest ocean.
One of my biggest faults is my inability to “just do it.” I spend time thinking, pondering, strategizing before I actually “take action.” And while in this preparation mode I usually wind up doing nothing. It’s something I am trying to overcome. Which is why this walk means a lot to me. Baby steps I suppose. One of my short-term goals is to dedicate a percentage of my life to volunteering. I’ve done some small services here and there but I have never made a regular commitment to one cause.
39 miles is a long way to go but it’s just a walk. There’s a lot of world left to cover after it’s over.
Thank you to everyone who has helped me support this cause so far! If you’re not doing anything on Saturday or Sunday come cheer the walkers on! We could use the motivation.
I wanted to share this motto. A friend recently sent it as encouragement. I think these are truly words to live by – “Pain is temporary, pride is forever!”
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