Cancer Walk
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Charlotte & I after the walk
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Photo on L is Charlotte & I during the walk - taken by a pro photographer as we were rounding the corner, middle is me after we got our shirts, R is a t-shirt that says it all.
Cancer walk 9-26-09
I cannot even begin to tell you what an awe inspiring walk this was. Not only was I walking for those who have cancer, for those who are survivors and for those who lost their battle. I was also walking for myself to prove to myself that YES I can do this. It was exciting, exhilarating, and quite emotional especially as we crossed the finished line running and having people cheer us on.
Charlotte looked at me and showed me her watch which said 38 minutes, she said 'do you think we can make it under 40?' I grabbed her arm and we ran as fast as we could together! We did it! Wow, as I think about that moment I get teary eyed again. I had never experienced anything like it - it was quite rewarding! I got many high-fives, many hugs, many GO JOEY's! I'm proud of myself!
Although I was nervous as hell when we first got there, i didn't know what to expect. i was excited but more nervous. Charlotte could read my face. When we registered, we got a ticket then had to stand in line for our shirts. I knew I couldn't, so Charlotte said I could sit down and she'd grab them. Then we took a few photos of me being nervous. Then I said i better go to the bathroom. I couldn't go - i was so nervous.
Once we got started, I was doing fine. I wanted to keep ahead of the little boy with his big wheel!
But he got ahead of us. I ran a little - Charlotte had to keep up with me!! LOL
I just tried to maintain - keep my focus and FINISH. And that I did! Go Joey GO!!! I (we) finished in 40 minutes!
We didn't even bring the camera on the walk, others had theirs, but i just thought it would be a pain. Charlotte did carry my machine in her backpack in case something happened and i needed to say what was wrong. Thank you Charlotte & thank you for walking with me!!
We hung out a little after and took pictures, watched the runners come in - they ran the 10K!
It will be something I'd like to try again. I am nervous for the actual marathon, knowing how many people were here and knowing there will literally be thousands more at the Marathon. I'll need to round up a few people to walk with me. I know I can do this.
A few of the other Exp. trainers saw us at the end. I wish i had gotten a photo of the three guys or the three guys and Charlotte! Next time!
Thank you to Southpoint for all your support and to Charlotte - thank you for making this possible. Making me believe I could do this (even though you wanted to call my dad - if something happened!!)
Thank you to my wonderful Shutterfly friends for your constant motivation and encouragement! My friends and family have sent me lovely emails and have said how proud they are of me. My doctors are excited and so proud I did this! Its amazing for all the support and I thank each of you for that! For believing in me!
Yeah I did it, I'm gonna keep on moving!!
To most of you, walking two miles is no biggy, but for me it was a new challenge and this is why it was so HUGE for me to finish. When I first started this journey mid June, I couldn't even walk ONE lap around the gym without sitting down several times. Now there's nothing that will stop me!
Cancer walk pics
sept 26, 09
photo inside
I tried getting one of the crowd inside registering and getting their t-shirts. It turned out dark...
Charlotte
My trainer and friend - before the race.
ME
Me with my Roger Maris Cancer shirt. Looking quite nervous
A closer shot!
Holding up the 'famous' t-shirt!
Waiting to begin
The building in back is where I go to gym
After the walk
WE DID IT!
After the walk
Funny face on me
I had this funny look because we got this pro photographer to take a few of our photos and she was using my camera (obviously) and she had it down so low that I thought she was taking one of our feet!!
Miss Charlotte
I took this one!
ME
Watching the runners come in!
Eyes closed
Runner
I think this lady ran the 10K with THREE kids in the stroller!
Me again
Just watching the crowds
People
Cancer shirt
Charlotte took this of this ladies shirt. I think there were about 6 of them!
10K
This lady just finished the 10k as we snapped this photo!
Waiting
These people cheer others as they are coming in! It is so exciting
Man's Hat
Charlotte zoomed in on this man!! She wanted to delete! HA
Mike Morken
He is one of the local newsmen and was announcing the winners!
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I forget who this man is next to Mike. Charlotte knew who he was.
People
People just waiting to see who came in which place
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Fire truck
This was on way to my place. There was no fire. There is a pumpkin thing going on for the kids at Rhealt Farm and they brought in a fire truck for the kids to see. Or thats what we thought!
What do you think?
11/6/2009 4:34:47 AM - 002055694880
Way to go Joey!!! Way to walk it out! Fantastic! Amazing!
10/31/2009 2:13:44 PM - 001024320926
Joey I have signed up for the Relay for Life in Waxahachie, Texas 2010, so excited. You are an inspiration :)
10/19/2009 7:54:54 PM - 001036346682
Joey, your posture is amazing in these pics!
10/13/2009 1:51:00 AM - 002020640084
JOEY,
THIS IS SUCH AN INSPIRATION! WAY 2 GO! I'M SO PROUD OF YOU! THIS PAGE IS SO SPECIAL!!! KEEP ON BELIEVING IN YOURSELF! THIS IS A HUGE ACCOMPLISHMENT! THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART FOR DOING THIS FOR ALL THOSE WHO LOST THEIR BATTLE TO CANCER, SURVIVED CANCER AND ARE BATTLING CANCER! YOU ARE AMAZING! :)
10/10/2009 7:36:30 PM - 001024320926
Joey, I am soooo happy for you!! I am crying I'm so inspired by your journal up top and pictures!! What a wonderful event and you are such an inspiration to many, many people!!
10/10/2009 2:24:57 PM - 002059624475
Joey, way to go. Looks like you had a good day for your walk, you look so cute with your hair pulled back and ready to go. Isn't it a fun event, just seeing all the supporters, please there with tshirts saying who they're with, or who they're walking for, or if they're a survivor. There's always fun booths here to stop by and get a write pen, or a scarf to get for a keepsake. You're amazing :) What's next on your "To Do List"??
10/6/2009 3:05:39 AM - 000076820331
Joey, I am so proud of you and Thankful for you to support such a wonderful cause. I do both RFL and the Susan G, Komen Race for the Cure. Cancer is deep history in my family and is what led me to my big surgery this summer. Without all the support and reseach available through funding of these events I would not have been able to have the kind of surgery I had. Thank you for your support. I AM PROUD OF YOU!!!
10/5/2009 7:43:11 PM - 000085599530
I am so proud of YOU! Wow. I have never done a walk/run or anything like this. It seems so overwheleming! Super great cause too......YEAH JOEY
10/4/2009 12:54:33 AM - 000082378991
Love all the photos! Its awesome to see you on the other end of the lens! So exciting! Wish I could have walked with ya! xoxo
9/30/2009 10:08:14 PM - 000031826072
Congratulations, Joey bean! I am so proud of you! What an amazing accomplishment. Your strength, determination and strong will are all so inspiring. Woohoo!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love the whole story about you being nervous and the thrill of crossing the finish line to cheers and support. How cool is that??!!??? Thank you so much for being the warm, wonderful person that you are and for sharing your journey and adventures with all of us. Truly incredible!
Jarrett and I did the Walk For the Cure, too, last Saturday with my dear friend, Chris, who is a cancer survivor (twice now!) We walked with her whole family and it was such an awesome experience. I didn't drag my camera along either, I'm hoping to get copies of the pictures her friend took for us. Jarrett got a few on his phone, but I don't know if I can upload those to the computer or not.
Oh, and I absoloutely LOVE the "busy kickin' cancer's butt" shirt - too fabulous!
I am so happy that you were able to have this experience. Awesome story!
9/28/2009 6:51:53 PM - 001034435843
congratulations Joey! Wow! Sounds like such a special time for you and your story really gave me goosebumps of good vibes. Your passion shines through your words. Have fun training for May... I know you can do it. You are very strong-spirited and your determination is very obvious. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful accomplishment with all of us :-)
9/28/2009 3:04:22 PM - 001063913611
Congratulations Joey on such a great accomplishment. I so proud of you not only for finishing the walk that benefits so many who are dealing with or have dealt with Cancer but also for being the inspiration to so many. I have no doubt that you will do ust fine next May.
9/27/2009 11:21:16 PM - 001066325224
Great job Joey! I'm so proud of your determination and accomplishment. It means so much to so many people. Many blessings and thanks to you. Go Joey Go! Keep up the great work.
9/27/2009 6:59:55 PM - 000084870684
Joey I would like to say thank you for walking its great to here about people like you who gets out and fight for those who can't and for those we've lost in memory of my sister Sofia I stand up to you and say thank you GO JOEY! and a BIG HUG! I would like to invite you to share your pictures on my fight back page.
9/27/2009 5:06:19 AM - 002029331419
JOEYY!! We just got home from the football game...and I had to come say Congrats...before I could go to sleep! :0)........Fantastic Joey!! I Never get tired of starting out...and then crossing that finish line....and you Won't Either!! :0) See what great shape you have trained your legs and body to get this far!! And Thanks for your Trainer Charlotte that kept motivating and when needed...gettting on your case to go a little farther...and a little farther!! Yeah!!! I really like your pictures too!! Thanks for letting us share in this accomplishment with you!!
9/27/2009 2:36:09 AM - 001059933021
Joey,
I am impressed with your kindness, your character and humility! I admire and respect someone like you! We are social creatures and being part of a group, looking out for one another!
9/27/2009 12:56:58 AM - 002065887734
I think you have accomplished a very important goal...both personal and for a cause...and I am so happy for you. I want to thank you for walking. You walked for many you don't even know & will never meet. I am so very glad for your spirit...and I am glad you finished. (Hope the little guy in the hot wheels got as far as possible.) Go girl!
Charlotte
11/23/2009 9:18:35 PM