Have you heard about Stand Up to Cancer? There will be a nationally televised broadcast on all three major networks on September 5 for the purpose of raising awareness and support for all different types of cancer research. Celebrities including Jennifer Aniston, Lance Armstrong, and Casey Afflect among many others are scheduled to appear at the event. There is also an entire online community created for the charity that includes celebrity hosted PSAs.

You may have also heard the song, “Just Stand Up,” which is an all-star chairty single benefiting the chairty. The debut will be on the live telecast. It was produced by L.A. Reid and Babyface and features Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Rihanna, Fergie, Sheryl Crow, Miley Cyrus, Melissa Etheridge, Ashanti, Natasha Bedingfield, Keyshia Cole, Leona Lewis, LeAnn Rimes, and Carrie Underwood. It will be available on iTunes starting September 2. It’s like the the new Millenium eqivilent of “We Are the World” from 1985.

There is also an online feature where you can create a star in memory of a friend or loved one that has passed away from cancer called The Constellation. If you make a donation, you can launch a star into the virtual gallaxy. I sent one for my mother-in-law Arveta, who I am walking in memory of during the Breast Cancer 3-Day. I also sent one for Krista’s Cory, who passed away earlier this year.

Check out Stand Up for Cancer’s website to find out how you can help, and watch the show next Friday night.

Nikki and I participated in the 3-Day EXPO and training walk yesterday. We had intended to walk the 12 mile route, but decided to do the 6 mile instead. I think we both realized we have a lot more training to do before being ready for the actual event. Thank goodness it is in November when it will not be so HOT. We had a good time, and met some nice people along the route and at the event.

We both purchased some new socks, a t-shirt, sent letters to ourself and each other that will be delivered at camp, and learned what to pack and how to pack. We also huddled inside a tent together. I’ve never been camping in a tent, so it’s going to be an interesting experience to say the least. We also went to a few of the sessions that talked about what to wear and how to prevent blisters. I think we got some good information from each. There was also a dark room with a white tent that people had written messages to their loved ones on. It was very emotional and we both cried. I already know I’m going to be a wreck at the actual event.

There are a few more photos too, but for some reason they didn’t upload to my account. I will add them soon. Happy Walking!

Nikki and I are headed out tomorrow to the 3-Day Expo in Grand Prairie. We’ll be up at the crack of dawn to participate in a pre-Expo training walk that will total 12 miles! We are both excited and scared. I think the activities at the EXPO will all make it worth it though. It sounds like a really fun afternoon. We will take lots of pictures and share stories when we get back. Wish us luck!

It’s the 2008 Breast Cancer 3-Day Expo!

Get in The 3-Day spirit at the Expo. It’s an exciting and educating gathering of Breast Cancer 3-Day walkers, crew members, volunteers and others involved in the fight against breast cancer. It’s like a big 3-hour pep rally for the Breast Cancer 3-Day community, to get you inspired, informed and ready to hit the ground walking. Wear your milestone badge, and reward yourself with the “attended Expo” sticker. Be sure to bring your friends and family to enjoy the fun with you!

There will be a 6-to-12-mile training walk starting and ending at the Ruthe Jackson Center. This route will loop back to where the route began at approximately 6 miles giving you the opportunity to rest and continue on if you choose to do so. The walk will be led by a volunteer training walk leader and all official 3-Day training walk rules apply. Please come prepared with water and snacks to keep you energized. Training walk RSVPs have reached capacity.

6:30 am - 6 or 12-mile pre-Expo training walk
11:00 am - 2:00 pm - Expo!
Directions

Activities
Shop the Outfitters - Win Door Prizes - Practice Tent Set-Up - Find a Tentmate - Make a Sign - Meet the Crew - Taste-Test Sport Drinks - Learn What to Pack - Attend a Workshop - Find a Team to Join - Share Your Ideas - Meet Breast Cancer 3-Day Alumni - Write a Remembrance Letter

Workshops
What to Wear - Being Good to Your Body - Letter-Writing - Camping and Packing Essentials - Shoe & Apparel Fitting - Mix Up Your Training - Fundraising Event Ideas - Blister Prevention and Care

Exhibits
Outfitters - Tent Decorating Ideas - Packing Tips - Breast Cancer 3-Day in the News - Visit your local New Balance Outfitter to see the Lace Up for the Cure® Collection. You’ll love how it feels to help! - Be the first to see the 2008 3-Day gear, available soon at 3DayGear.com - Give a face and voice to courage and commitment. Create a fundraising video at the LaCroix-Pepperidge Farm ‘Her Voice Campaign’ booth.

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2008
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM