November 5, 2010
On October 5, The Philadelphia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, teaming up with the NFL Alumni Philadelphia Chapter Cheerleaders (otherwise known as Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleader alumni) and UnitedHealthcare of PA, launched the organization's
first-ever viral video, created to generate breast cancer awareness on a worldwide stage, as well as raise significant funds to empower the local and global breast cancer movements. The video showcases 136 former Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders (many of my friends and squadmates) that practiced all summer long and came together on September 11th. Ranging in age from 25-64 years, and including eight breast cancer survivors, the performance was composed of five segments, each created by a former cheerleader choreographer and reflecting the dance style from each decade, starting with the 1960's. Set to
"Do You Remember" by Pop and R&B sensation, Jay Sean, Philadelphia-based UnitedHealthcare of PA was the exclusive sponsor of the video. The goal was to drive at least 1 million views of the video before the end of this year with 10 cents for each view being donated to the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate. With great pride, I am thrilled to say that 1 million was in-fact REACHED LAST NIGHT and $100,000 (
yes that's $100,000) will be donated to Komen Philadelphia by UnitedHealthcare of PA. And, the 1 million target was reached not only by the end of the year, but
WITHIN 30 DAYS!
I WANT TO SEND OUT A HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU WHO SUPPORTED THIS INCREDIBLE CAUSE. WITHOUT YOU THIS WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE! FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART - THANK YOU!!!
With Love and Thanks,
Using elements from Flergs and Monica Guerra Leiria
As the first snowfall of the season was falling here in New Jersey today I couldn't help but think to myself that God was delivering a powerful message by allowing these big fluffy flakes to fall on this very special day of thanks. It hasn't snowed once yet this season, but it did today, on Thanksgiving! What are the odds? As I watched the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade live from New York City I smiled with happiness knowing that Erika and Brian's Make-A-Wish dreams to "attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade" were coming true. Six-year-old Erika lives with neuroblastoma (a nerve tissue cancer) and Brian, a 16-year-old, lives with muscular dystrophy. Their wishes lovingly came true today because of donations from those who support the Foundation. Thank you to ALL who graciously and givingly donate to allow these joyous wishes to come true.
It's officially the season of giving now and if you are brave enough to battle the crowds on Black Friday tomorrow, please visit your nearest Disney Store. Up through November 30th, Disney Stores across the country will be selling reusable holiday shopping bags to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. $1 from the sale of each bag will be donated to the Foundation, up to $50,000. http://www.disneystores.com/ 
I am so thankful for the people in my life who have helped to mold me into the woman I am today. I have an eternally grateful heart that continually thanks God for giving me the gift of life.
May the excitement of the upcoming holiday seasons give you the warmth and good cheer you so naturally deserve!
Write a letter to Santa and help make wishes come true! Bring your stamped letter to your local Macy's and drop it into Santa's Mailbox. Please visit this special website for more information and to create your very own special letter. And, always remember that the Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Please help to spread the word !
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