Fundraising for Momma!

It's hard to believe it's been almost two years since we lost Mom. Some days it feels like yesterday I got to see her, and other days it feels like an eternity and I'm incredibly home sick.

Today I swell with pride as I logged on to my Relay for Life Website to find my original fundraising goal of $1,000 had been met with a generous donation from my Uncle Gene & Aunt Christina.

I have days when I feel like this battle will never end - but today I feel victorus! Cancer we're coming for you - and we'll conquer you - one dollar at a time!

So, my goal has been raised - part of the conditions of my Uncle Gene making a donation - It's now at $3,000! If you're inclined to donate, please click on the photo below - it will take you to my page!

Each donation is 100 % Tax deductible and every dollar goes to help fight cancer! Even if you're able to give up your $5 cup of coffee or $2 beer - please help me fight back! I will never get my Mom back, but I might be able to help someone else keep theirs!

http://main.acsevents.org/goto/DiannesBattle

To Read my Mom's Battle with Cancer go to www.dianneshope.blogspot.com

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