This is how it all started, I have friends that are supportive and friends that are competitive. At times I would think why can't we just do these events for fun? It was never like that with this group of gals, especially for Subrina. But the day we found out that Katy was diagnosed with Ovarian cancer we all became the supportive kind. It was a blow to us, we thought no way this could be happening. It's something we hear about, not live through. It's been a year and a half since Katy's diagnosis and we're left with her memories. But I know one thing Katy would be proud of, and that's the fact that we've all stayed friends and have made new ones along the way. Our mission is simple, it's to help spread awareness for early detection of Ovarian cancer. All of our friends will be doing events, runs, cycling, wine tasting, beerfests (hey competition is competition!) and along the way we'll be spreading the word.Stay tuned for what stories we learn along the way! Katy was an amazing, inspiring person who truely lived life to the fullest. We love and miss you much.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Last day of Skinny Tire weekend
Ride days are over.. now we get to sit and enjoy each others company.
Enjoying the view
Subrina and I enjoying an adult beverage
Candi and Christine
Maria and Subrina being silly
Jamie and I waiting for our beer sampler
A toast to Katy and a thanks for bringing us together
- Bloating - Pelvic or abdominal pain - Trouble eating or feeling full quickly - Feeling need to urinate urgently or often
If symptoms persist daily for more than 2 weeks, ask your doctor for a combination pelvic/rectal exam, transvaginal ultrasound, and CA-125 blood test.
Facts
- All women are at risk - Symptoms exist, they can be vague, but increase over time - Early detection increases survival rate - A Pap Test DOES NOT detect ovarian cancer
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