Pink Heals

Had a great experience today.  Didn't know what to expect, and for sure didn't expect the weather we got.  But you know what, the weather was the least of my worries.  I was there to help regardless of the conditions.

The 5K Color Rush was held today at Wilderness Presidential Resort on route 3 west of Fredericksburg to raise money for pediatric cancer.  Up at 3:30 AM to be there at 5:00 AM and help with balloons, signage, water and whatever else was asked, The Frederiscksburg Parrotheads met to help...an inconvenience to get up so early, but a help to those less fortunate.  Coffee and pastries for a quick bite, visiting with each other, and 30 gallon garbage bags full of balloons was how the day began.

We set up balloons at the start/finish line, helped with banners for a radio station, and loaded 50 cases of water on a pickup for the runners.  As the sun came up and daylight broke, the clouds and rains followed...slowly at first, then more heavy.  We found garbage bags, made holes for our head and arms and proceeded with the program with smiles on our faces and by the time we left we were soaked.  The young man being honored, along with his family, arrived in a pink firetruck, and two of our members, Rick and Andy, gave some Green Bay Packer merchandise to him.  Quite touching.

We all took many pictures and will post them on Face Book, but the memories will last longer than any pictures at least for me.  These kids have only begun their lives and have already been stricken with a disease that may take them away before they have a chance to enjoy their time here.  Where is the justice in that?  I am so thankful for my time today and would do it again in a heartbeat and I invite you all to get involved.