Grand Slam for HOW 100

Last night I had the pleasure of meeting with the Sisters United for a Cure to present them with all the money we raised for HOW 100 and The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation. I had been anxiously looking forward to this moment as it wraps up all the work and support put into this endeavor, but I realize there is still much more work to be done for breast cancer research.

When I showed up at Gran Fondo Bicycles in Belle Meade I was greeted by a full team from SUFAC and Katharine Ray, the Director of Communications with The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation. Through the encouragement and financial support of all my friends and family I am excited to announce that together we raised a total of $1,445!

Here I am above presenting the envelope full of cash and checks to Sara Moore and her teammates with SUFAC. Each one of them were excited about the moment and looking forward to the actual HOW 100 ride this Saturday. The Orbea bike in front of us is a model they are giving away to the top fundraiser of the event, so let's hope that Sara and her team ride away with a victory!

When I began this fundraising adventure I had no idea what the outcome would be, but the one thing I knew I could count on was the support of my family and friends. Of course I had hoped to hit a lot of home runs to raise as much as possible, but in the end I believe we raised much more by me not hitting a single one. Thanks to each and every one of you for contributing to this cause and for encouraging me to swing away!

It is the only time in my life when I am thankful to have struck out because in the end we all hit the ultimate - a grand slam!