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Avon Walk For Breast Cancer - New York City 2007

October 6, 2007

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Today was the start of the two day 2007 Avon Walk For Breast Cancer event in New York City.

As I was driving across the George Washington Bridge, I started seeing lot’s of pink. I immediately realized that it was a breast cancer event. So I grabbed my camera and started taking some photos. As traffic slowed down a bit, I had a chance to see some of the smiling faces up close. It was nice to see so many women walking together for such a good cause. My hat’s off to all of you.

According to the Avon website:

If there is one common denominator that unites every Avon Walker, volunteer Crew member, or Donor, it’s the belief in the power of impatience. Yes, impatience! No matter what their age, background, or physical ability, the typical Avon Walker asks not how far they have to walk or how much money they need to raise, but instead, how far can they walk and how much money can they raise, all with the purpose of eradicating breast cancer.

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George Washington Bridge Upper Level - Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Supporters

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Many cars and trucks honked their horns and waved and the ladies reciprocated with enthusiastic cheers.

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The Green Team Walks for Breast Cancer

For 2 Days, We Walk as One

For 2 days and 39 miles, you have the opportunity to dramatically impact the lives of millions affected by breast cancer worldwide. By participating in the Avon Walk, you’ll allow medically under-insured women and men to receive the screening, support, and treatment they require. And leading-edge research teams will be powered by the cure all because of you.

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4 Responses to “Avon Walk For Breast Cancer - New York City 2007”

  1. Kait on October 8th, 2007 1:42 pm

    As a walker this weekend, i’d like to say thank you for the support even if it was just a simple honk of the horn or a wave! It truly made a difference as we crossed that bridge towards the end of our walk on Saturday!

  3. Melissa on October 8th, 2007 2:02 pm

    I was also a part of this years Avon Breast Cancer Walk. I am 31 years old and I recently lost my 55 year old mother to this disease. (7 months ago)
    I decided to walk for so many reasons. I wanted to walk most importantly in honor of my beautiful mother, MaryAnn. She was the strongest and most inspirational woman I have ever met. I will always be proud to call her my mom. I wanted to walk for myself and the grieving process I am going through. I wanted to walk for all of those women who are living and fighting this disease. I wanted to walk for a cure. And most importantly I wanted to walk for my two daughter’s, Madison and Mia. I want to be around to raise my girls and watch them go through life and live, learn and grow. I dedicate this walk to my mother and all the woman and families touched by this disease.

  5. Rudolph D. Bachraty III on October 8th, 2007 2:05 pm

    hi kait!

    hey, it’s the least we could do to show our support.

    my wife and 19 month old daughter were in the car with me and they were waving to you guys across the whole bridge. you left a lasting impression on us….thank you.

  7. Rudolph D. Bachraty III on October 8th, 2007 2:17 pm

    hi melissa!

    thank you for sharing your heartfelt story with us. i’m so sorry for your loss. i’m 33 and i lost my mother to cancer many years ago, so i can relate to how you feel. it’s certainly not easy and it will take time to heal. you will be ok. your two daughters are very luck to have a mom like you.

    i wish you all the best,

    - rudy

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