Because My Race is a Daily One

Because My Race  is a Daily One  -  Margie Davis, Two Year Survivor

A Race for a Cure and So Much More...I was one of those who did not get mammograms yearly.  I had one at forty and the next one was when I was turning 47 and found a lump.  No biopsies was needed because of the characteristics of the large mass and surgery was scheduled.  The cancer had spread to my lymph nodes and chemo and radiation would follow.  I will race on October 7th to help raise funds to find a cure, but my race is a daily one.  I race to tell others to not wait to have their mammograms.  I race to reach out to other survivors and talk of hope and one day of finding a cure.  I race with my co-workers who took my workload during my treatments and walk with me each year.  I race for my husband who kissed my bald head and told me I was beautiful.  I race for my son who gave up more than any 11 year old should.  I race because I am here this year.  We know not what the future holds, but on October 7 I plan to be there in the midst of the pink and walking among some of the bravest women you will ever meet.  I count myself lucky to join them.