Tazz lost a wonderful man and co-worker to colon cancer last August. Ryan was just weeks shy of turning 30 when he passed on August 2, 2010. He left behind a wonderful wife Ginny who is one of the strongest people I have even had the priviledge to know. She worked with the Colon Cancer Coalition to bring the first annual Get Your Rear in Gear 5K run/walk to Kansas City. There are races all over the US, but now KC has our own.
I decided to try to build a team, Team Ryan, to support the cause and Ginny. I did not think I would come close to 10 team members, but to my surprise we had over 25 team members and raised $795. Our goal was $1000, but for our first year that is pretty good.
I feel really special to have so many people that want to remember Ryan and/or support a great cause. We even won "Most Creative Team" for our t-shirts, sign and support ribbons.
I have decided not only to continue Team Ryan, with fundraisers throughout the year, but I want to help with the even next year and last of not least our family is planning on going to the run/walk in Des Moines where Ryan is from. His family came and supported the KC even so we will support them in October in Des Moines. We will be part of "Home Team" but will be Team Ryan at the same time.
I encourage eveyone to find a Get Your Rear In Gear in your area. It is for all ages (Landon will participate in Ocobter) and is for a great cause. Colon Cancer affects all ages but not talked about much. We definitely want to raise awareness and early detection.
Here are just a few pictures from GYRIG KC 2011.
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