So today was the CIBC Run for the Cure, and what a day it was. My wife Crarie and I were walking on separate teams, but in the same location. We got downtown this morning at around 9:10 or so, and the streets didn’t seem too busy… until we got to Queen and University. What can simply be described as a “sea of humanity” greeted us – a crowd of who knows how many showed up to participate in the 5k Run or Walk.
170,000 people participated across the country and raised $23.4 million. $23.4 million. That’s a metric buttload of money for a good cause. I have such a feeling of accomplishment today… I know it’s only 5km, but I lead a rather sedentary lifestyle (though I’m trying to change that) and 5km is a lot farther than I’ve walked in ages. Throw in that I was able to raise $1030 through the generosity of my friends and family (Crarie raised a further $325) and today was truly an amazing day for me.
I once heard that there were two types of women: ones that have breast cancer, and those that will. I believe it, and I’m going to do what it takes to contribute to a cure.