Let's Do It For Janis!

January 19, 2011


Breast cancer doesn't discriminate, especially when it returns 5 years later in other parts of your body other than your breast.  Janis Hill, a longtime friend and former Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleader, underwent brain surgery yesterday to remove two malignant tumors as a result of metastatic breast cancer.  Janis is a wife and mother of two teenagers and although we didn't cheer together, she and I were game day assistant's for Eagles games.  We became fast friends then and continue to be today!

News of Janis's metastatic breast cancer to her brain occurred less than 3 weeks ago and as a result Team Ra-Ra's has decided to rally behind our sister in cheer.  We are dedicating Phase II of "Team Ra-Ras Kick Breast Cancer" to Janis.  Anyone who knows Janis has been touched by her exceptional personality and loving nature.  We are strongly urging EVERYONE to click on our Breast Cancer YouTube video in an effort to reach our goal of 8 million clicks.  8 million clicks means another $100,000 (yes, another $100,000) for the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate via UnitedHealthcare of PA.  Once cheerleader, always a cheerleader, and and we will cheer our sister on, through this difficult time.  WE WILL GET THE 8 MILLION CLICKS, BECAUSE WE ARE DOING IT FOR JANIS!!!

Members of Team Ra-Ras and I attended a Komen Race for the Cure Rally last night held at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia.  Pat Ciarrocchi of CBS 3 hosted the terrific event as we built team empowerment, captured hope, shared inspiring breast cancer stories, and prayed for Janis.  The Komen Race for the Cure is celebrating its 21st Anniversary this year and, as always, is being held on Mother's Day morning at the Philadelphia Art Museum.  Please consider being a part of our Team Ra-Ras and walk with us!

I beg of you to click on the Team Ra-Ras Kicks Breast Cancer video and continue to help us reach our goal of 8 million clicks.  We have come so far and need to continue the momentum.  Help us become one world without breast cancer!




God Bless You,

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