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Suresh Going for Record

2007-02-26T11:15:00.000-05:00

Well, it had to happen sometime. Suresh is looking to break my record and go 168 hours (1 week) at the same place he did it before. I guess the rules have changed a bit (they needed too). You get a 5 minute break every hour now. All I have to say is he better bowl more than the 481 games I put in during those 102 hours. Otherwise, he's just too slow.

As for me, I don't anticipate trying for the record again, whether it's 103 hours or 168 hours. I have seen there is a record for most pins knocked down in a 24 hour period (both individual and team). I might be interested in that, at least that takes some skill.

Check Presentation to the Komen Foundation

2006-06-12T23:47:00.000-04:00

I will be presenting a check to the Komen Foundation on Saturday, July 1 (around lunchtime) at Jake Sweeney BMW located near the Tri-County Mall during the BMW Ultimate Drive event benefitting the Komen Foundation. Hope to see you there!

BMW will donate $1 for every mile you drive during a test drive.

For more on the event, go to The Ultimate Drive

Donate $50, Get A Signed Poster

2006-06-12T23:17:00.000-04:00

Donate $50 or more using the e-mail link in the left column of this blog and we'll send you an 11"x17" media poster of the event signed by Dave Wilson. Be sure to mention that you want the poster in your e-mail. Remember, all proceeds willb e split evenly between the Building Blocks Foundation and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

The bottom of the poster says...

Dave Wilson tries for the world bowling endurance record...again!

The record stands at 100 hours - as recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. Witness history as Dave throws himself into the challenge a second time. Expect major excitement, raffles and lots of bowling. It all benefits the Building Blocks Foundation and Bowl for the Cure.

Fox Rescheduled for Wednesday

2006-06-12T18:27:00.000-04:00

The story will air at 8:38 AM on "Fox and Friends" on the Fox national news channel.

Got Bumped From Today's "Fox and Friends"

2006-06-08T07:32:00.000-04:00

Due to the death of Al Qaeda in Iraq Leader Abu Musab Al-Zarqawi, I was bumped from today's show. They will reschedule for next week.

Thanks to My Volunteers

2006-06-07T22:04:00.000-04:00

I started copying tape tonight and got a good chance to look at some of the real tough times I had during this attempt. I can't thank my volunteers enough, all of them handled my warped state of mind and fragile condition with amazing compassion while still motivating me to "throw the ball."

Knowing that I can be a real crab without a good night's sleep, I apologized to all of my volunteers ahead of time and warned them of how stubborn I can be (just ask Vicki) and I apologize again for the demands I placed on each of you.

I could not have succeeded without ALL of you! Let's celebrate together the success of what this event is bringing to the people that need it most that Building Blocks and the Komen Foundation assist.

Thanks again!

Fox National News - "Fox and Friends"

2006-06-06T18:33:00.000-04:00

I have been invited to appear on "Fox and Friends" on the Fox National
News channel (not the local affiliate) Thursday at 8:40 am. I sent them
some of the raw footage we shot as part of the evidence we will send
Guinness to approve the attempt. There should be a good mix of normal
Dave, tired Dave, Disco light Dave and Record-breaking Dave. The
volunteers helping during these sessions include Suzy, Alec/Evan Flory,
Darrell, Denny, Scott, David and Lloyd. Be on the lookout for
yourselves.

WLW Sports Talk

2006-06-05T17:17:00.000-04:00

I will be on WLW tonight at 6:35 pm. Listen in if you can.

Funny Quotes from Me During the World Record Event

2006-06-05T13:06:00.000-04:00

I guess my humor was elevated (or not, you decide) during the event enough that my volunteers documented them so we could share later.

After 23 hours – “God, this was a dumb idea!”
During a newspaper interview – “I’m here all week. Try the veal. Tip your waitresses."
After 29 hours – “I need a 70 hour Advil caplet!”
After 38 hours – “I thought the ball was a head of lettuce”
After 47 hours – “What am I doing with this?” referring to the bowling ball in my hand at the foul line.
After 51 hours – “The lane dots are bugs and when I throw the ball they scatter but then pretend to be dots again”
After 52 hours – “52 hours? There’s 52 cards in a deck.”
After 53 hours – I may never bowl again”
After 59 hours – “I thought you were showing me an animal in a cup” referring to the bowling ball again.
After 62 hours – “Who am I pitching to?”
After 64 hours – “How do you plug this thing in?” once again, referring to a bowling ball in my hand.
After 65 hours – “That’s the thing I’ve lost—I’ve lost the concept that I still have to bowl.”
After 66 hours – “Using a 12 pound bowling ball during match play is like driving to a gas station in a bad neighborhood, you know you’re going to get robbed.”
After 69 hours – “I thought I was in a house in Houston, Texas. I am holding a pair of shoes at the top of the stairs and there are movers at the bottom of the stairs. I am waiting for them to move.”
After 70 hours – “My dogs are barking, how come yours isn’t?” referring to Sydney Nelson’s service dog who accompanied her to the lanes to see me bowl.
After 72 hours – “It’s my version of the electric slide” referring to the quick shuffling I did to get back to my chair after throwing a strike so I could get a 20 second foot massage.
After 73 hours – I’ve been bowling for 3 days, and when I’m not doing that, I’m bowling. Do you like bowling (asking a child)? I used to like bowling.”
After 74 hours – “I guess you want me to throw this down lane 16?” referring to the bowling ball in my hand. I bowled 95% of my games on lane 16 (about 7000 throws).
After 75 hours – “I thought it was on fire!” referring to a reflection on the lane coming from a red light just above the pins.
After 76 hours – “It’s just like shampoo-- throw a ball, throw a ball, repeat.”
After 79 hours – “This is the toughest lane on the planet” referring to lane #16.
After 80 hours – “Didn’t I put songs on lane #15?”
After 81 hours – Wait, wait! I have to open it first!” referring to a bowling ball in my hand.
After 82 hours – “Not be used as a floatation device.” referring to a bowling ball in my hand.
After 83 hours – “You bowl the ball, not roll the ball. You roll on the river.”
After 84 hours – “I thought you wanted me to tune the radio” referring to trying to set the ball down in place on the approach.
After 85 hours – “How do I hold on to this purse?” referring to a bowling ball.
After 86 hours – “I have a big Easter hat on with a visor/umbrella that is getting in the way. I have to wave my hands for the visor to disappear.” I reportedly waved my hands a lot after this.
After 87 hours – “I thought the ball was a printer.”
After 90 hours – “I want my Guinness pants washed for tonight. You can wash them in the flower garden in the back.”
After 91 hours – When asked how my hand felt by Mark Moon, the pro shop owner, I replied “They feel great, I’ve soaked them in Palmolive all day!”
After 92 hours – “I’m a heartthrob!” referring to a digital picture that was just taken and shown to me.
After 93 hours – When asked if I was going to be bowling in my sleep, I replied “No, I am going to be sleeping in my bowling.”
After 94 hours – “How should I play the wind?”

Not Too Late to Donate

2006-06-05T08:53:00.000-04:00

If you are just hearing about this story or have been following it for days, it is still not too late to donate. Along the left column, there is "I want to donate" link that will send an e-mail to Building Blocks Foundation that will get the proper information to you on donating. Building Blocks Foundation is working with the Cincinnati Chapter of the Komen Foundation to split the funds. In fact, Peggy Isenogle , Executive Director of the Cinci chapter, spent a great amount of time Friday and Saturday at the lanes cheering me on.

If you live in the Dayton area (or can get local Dayton network channels), I will be on the ABC 22/FOX 45 news morning show IN THE STUDIO airing at 7:30 AM on channel 45. I do not get the Dayton channels where I live and would love a copy of the tape as a memento, any Dayton area supporters available to tape this for me? You can e-mail me at davewilson@cinci.rr.com. Thanks!

Sleep Marathon Starts

2006-06-04T12:00:00.000-04:00

Dave Wilson reporting in.... Well, I got home , took a shower (i fell asleep in the bathroom while waiting for the water to warm up) and got a solid 12 hours sleep in before waking to the smell of cinnamon rolls. I wanted to go ahead and post some anwsers to questions many people have asked.

1. How do I feel?
Answer: I feel better today than I did after last year's 64 hour marathon. I have to thank my support team for the constant foot massages. I do not have any numb toes this year, but still lots of swelling. My left hand and fingers are all swollen pretty good. My mental state is like a weather report on a summer day: mostly clear with a few clouds. :)

2. What do you remember most?
Answer: There were a lot highs, but there were also a lot of lows. Sleep deprivation makes your mind play a lot tricks on you. Some are fun, others aren't. The most positive thing I remember is the two donors who put themselves out there-- $300/hour from the time they called in and $1/pin until I quit. These challenges renewed my energy and got me going again. The most negative thing is probably some of the dumb things I said during my lowest mental states-- and I believe all my supporters understand that I was not in my right mind when I said them.

4> What surprised you the most?
Answer: This blog with the webcam. I initially set it up in order let my friends and neighbors (some local, some not) get a chance to see how I was doing if they couldn't make it to the alley. Instead, the media posted the URL and it was getting hit from everywhere. I was happy to see that and I received a lot of additional support and motivation because of it (special thanks goes to the The Nelsons).

4> Will you do it again if your record is broken?
Answer: Records are made to be broken. I hope this one lasts for more than 5 days. I will not make another attempt at this record, however, I have the right to change my mind :).

5> What was your average? What was your highest score, lowest score? how many games did you bowl?
Answer: David Hummel has been nice enough to gather the stats and he is working on getting the last 81 games worth and then he will post the notables.

I will continue to update this blog with post event news and donations for the next several weeks. Check on back with us and feel free to comment.

It's over!

2006-06-04T00:03:00.000-04:00

Dave finally stopped bowling. After 102 hours, 1 minute and 25 seconds, Dave finally sat down and cracked open a can of Guinness (as would be appropriate). You would think that he would collapse after being awake that long. But Dave stood around and talked with friends and well wishers for at least an hour. I believe Dave signed shirts, hats, shoes and some of the event posters. For a night, Dave was a star.

To me, he is simply a hero.

Expect Dave to post his thoughts here once he gets a little rest.

Dave has done it!

2006-06-03T20:54:00.000-04:00

Dave has broken the world record! While being cheered by a capacity crowd at Eastern Lanes, Dave broke the record at about 8pm this evening. He is now shooting for 102 hours in total. He has shown a lot of focus over the past few hours as many print and tv teams have been in to interview the new world record holder! Keep tuned to find out the final mark!

Other challenges

2006-06-03T18:26:00.000-04:00

We have had a donor commit to donating a dollar per pin that Dave knocks over through the end of the event. These are the kind of things that are keeping Dave energized. Thanks to those that have sent pledges!!

Challenge!

2006-06-03T17:06:00.000-04:00

Dave and Mary Mummey have pledged $50 per hour from this point (4:30 p.m.) forward for a total of $175. They are challenging others who haven't pledged yet to meet or beat their pledge!

More help needed

2006-06-03T12:16:00.000-04:00

Dave has talked about quitting. The sleep deprivation is really taking its toll on him - physically, mentally and emotionally. The volunteers have posted a board that shows Dave how much he makes for charity each hour. But the amount per hour has stopped moving up. We need everyone's help to keep that number going so it will give Dave more motivation to keep going. You can email your pledge to dynette@buildingblocksfoundation.com . That info is being relayed immediately to the bowling lanes so they can update Dave.

Thanks to everyone for their continued support.

Just over 9 hours left to the record

2006-06-03T10:39:00.000-04:00

Dave is currently on one of his scheduled breaks. Hopefully that will re-energize him because he has really been struggling. The volunteers had to convince Dave that he actually did bowl thoughout the nite because he doesn't think he did. They even showed him video of him throwing the ball.

One thing that keeps Dave going is knowing every hour he bowls makes more money for the cause. If you haven't already, please click on the link and make a donation. We need help to keep Dave going.

88 Hours and 22 Minutes

2006-06-03T08:33:00.000-04:00

Hey everyone - Dave needs all the support he can get right now. Every shot is a bit of a struggle! If you can make it to the lanes it would be great - if you can't make it - your thoughts and a quick prayer would be appreciated!

Still going

2006-06-03T06:12:00.000-04:00

Rough night but still going! 86 hours and counting!

No lights

2006-06-02T22:08:00.000-04:00

The reason the web cam is so dark is because the lanes does a Rock n Bowl event on Friday nights where the light go down and the laser lights come on. They do this from 10p-12:30a.

Dave is still bowling but he is pretty sluggish. Only 22 more hours to go!

New challenger!

2006-06-02T19:31:00.000-04:00

Devin Hoffer challenged Dave on game number 401 and quickly jumped to a lead by throwing two strikes. Dave steadily gained ground (while using his Dad's ball!), then passed Devin at the end for a 172 to 159 victory. A good match - thanks Devin for your support!

TV Coverage

2006-06-02T17:06:00.000-04:00

Cincinnati TV channels 5, 12, and 19 will be here this evening.

70 hours! 381 Games!

2006-06-02T14:05:00.000-04:00

Both new personal highs! But short of the overall goal! We are not stopping!

Also, ABC22/FOX45 News in Dayton invited me to be on their morning show on Tuesday. Tune in and watch if you can!

How you can help

2006-06-02T10:55:00.000-04:00

This is David Hummel, Director of Marketing for Building Blocks Foundation. We've heard that there is quite a big following on this blog, especially those watching the webcam. Thank you for all the well wishes and support. We have been making sure Dave reads them throughout the day. A frequent question has become "How do I help"? The answer is simple. Click on the "I want to make a donation" link on this site and make a donation.

Dave is doing this craziness for one reason - to make money for two wonderful charities. It helps him to know that every hour he bowls, he is bringing in more money for the cause. That's what drives him to continue bowling.

If you want more information about Building Blocks or the Komen Foundation, click on their logos on the left side of this site. It will link you to their sites. They are great organizations doing great work. But they need your help.

Thanks and continue to root on Dave!

Just got off rest break

2006-06-02T10:28:00.000-04:00

Had another massage therapist session (Tina Bross) and that has me set me up to finish this event.

I am sporting my Guinness lounge pants-many of you have already sent me mention of them-- the vote still out on whether they stay or go.

I have also heard our presence is growing on the web. We are going to see if we can get some data on it and let you know..

Keep on sending you support!

Thought you might like to see this

2006-06-02T09:51:00.000-04:00

Here is an image of the marketing poster for the event done by a local ad agency, The Creative Department. All of the volunteers working the event hope this doesn't actually happen.

63 hours In!

2006-06-02T07:34:00.000-04:00

Last night was super rough for me, I had to fight constantly with staying awake. Also had to withstand the 2 hour long laser light show. Some of you may seen the darker web cam last night.

B105 is here. We also talked with Jeff and Jenn from Q102.

Rock and Bowl is going on

2006-06-01T22:33:00.000-04:00

...If you wonder why the lights are out. I am still bowling!!!! 310 games completed, 54.5 hours completed.

300 games

2006-06-01T20:15:00.000-04:00

52 hours into it and Dave is at 300 games!!

2006-06-01T19:24:00.000-04:00

The lanes are busy and Dave is hitting his stride at the hlf way point.

2006-06-01T19:23:00.000-04:00

We had another tough 'Bowl with Dave' game. Marissa Howard challanged Dave to a game and it was a a nail biter with Dave pulling out the win giving Dave an overall winning record of 5 wins and 3 losses.

2006-06-01T18:07:00.000-04:00

286 games into it and going strong. Had a good 15 minute break at 5:15.

Just rolled 2 games against George
Pylar where dave won one and George won one.

WEBN interview

2006-06-01T14:42:00.000-04:00

Just did an interview with WEBN (boy, was it hard to hear, hopefully they taped and edited it). Welcome WEBN fans! Come on out to Eastern Lanes in Middletown, OH!

46 Hour Update

2006-06-01T14:10:00.000-04:00

267 games bowled and everything hurts. Lost track of Advil time again. We setup a schedule for the remaining doses. ABC/FOX in Dayton will interview me tomorrow between 6 AM and 7 AM and Jeff and Jenn from Q102 are talking with me at 7:30 AM.

No Cincinnati TV stations have followed up yet.

Still tingling from the massage

2006-06-01T11:17:00.000-04:00

250 games at 43 hours. Rough night but I came back to life after a ten minute massage. My feet feel fine and I can hardly wait for my next break. Only seven hours to go. I had two radio interviews. One station was out of Boston. Back to vacation. Dave

Rough night behind us

2006-06-01T08:12:00.000-04:00

Jason Britt, Dane Duncan and Dustin Baker showed extreme patience and compassion keeping me on task for the record.

After coming out of state of confusion, Dustin signed up for a "Bowl with Dave" session. Dustin opened with the first 5 strikes and set up an early lead. After Dave had a controversial scoring call, the battle heated up mid-game with both players stringing strikes. Dave perservered in the end winning out 233-213.

Coming in to 35 hours

2006-06-01T02:51:00.000-04:00

I am starting to fade... Just got done watching "Napoleon Dynamite", now watching "Dodgeball.". 206 games completed.

32 hours completed

2006-06-01T00:26:00.000-04:00

Kind of rowdey in the center right now, perfect time my break (12:45 am). Working on my 195th game.

A worthy challenger

2006-05-31T22:59:00.000-04:00

I bowled against a co-worker David Sharp and his daughter Laura. After her first ball I knew I had to bring my "A" game. After a close match I pulled away in the second frame. Thanks David and Laura! Final score David and Laura 158 (117 and 41). I rolled a 246. My current challenge record 3 wins 1 loss. Stay tuned...

Finishing 30th Hour

2006-05-31T21:42:00.000-04:00

Really sore now! Found out my advil was running out. I took 2 more, but what I really need is a 70-hour caplet to get me through the rest of the event! Thanks everyone for your support. If you are near Cinci, stop on by Eastern Lanes in Middletown.

28 Hour Complete!

2006-05-31T20:10:00.000-04:00

Two big leagues here, so it is pretty busy. I am pretty energized right now.

Bowl with Dave

2006-05-31T18:40:00.000-04:00

Two bowlers have just taken on Dave! First Verna Kremer took on Dave and put up a excellent effort before losing 228 to 151. To ensure victory for the Kremer's she called in her son Tony who whipped Dave 222 to 220! It was actually a hard fought battle - going back and forth until the very last shot! Congrats Tony and thanks to both you and Verna for your support!

1 day done!!!!!

2006-05-31T16:13:00.000-04:00

3 to go!!! I'm sore, but getting through it. 147 games complete and a break coming up at 4:30.

Thanks to all the folks who are working to get pledges!

Strange Poses

2006-05-31T13:04:00.000-04:00

If you see me in a strange pose on the webcam, it is because I am stretching. The chair I use is just off camera right.

FOX Radio HQ - New York

2006-05-31T12:54:00.000-04:00

...Just did a taped interview. 128 games completed. 20 hours, 46 minutes. Backis hurting, have to stretch my hamstrings more.

Cincinnati Enquirer article

2006-05-31T11:07:00.000-04:00

The local morning paper, The Cincinnati Enquirer, did an article about the attempt. Here's the link -> http://news.cincinnati.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060531/NEWS01/605310360/1056

18 Hours in the books!

2006-05-31T10:29:00.000-04:00

I am in my 113th game. I averaged 183 over my first 100 games. My mother's redrilled 12 lb blue Gyro is carrying a lot of strikes!

Channel 5 news (Cincinnati) is coming out still this AM.

Dayton ABC-Tv Just Left

2006-05-31T09:52:00.000-04:00

They got a lot of info and will be running a story this evening! Can anybody tape it for me? E-mail me at dave.wilson@saralee.com . Thanks!

I just finished game 109 and am 17 hours 45 minutes into the marathon.

B-105 is here

2006-05-31T07:33:00.000-04:00

They are going to do a live interview at 7:40 AM.

14 Hours!

2006-05-31T06:06:00.000-04:00

On my 86th game. I averaged 193 my first 50 games. Felling strong again now. Glad the night is over!

12 hours complete

2006-05-31T04:07:00.000-04:00

Really fighting off sleep right now. Threw a 236 and I don't remember half of it. On my 76th game!

10 Hours!

2006-05-31T02:10:00.000-04:00

Am starting to get tired. I just ate power bar to get up some energy. My back hurts a litlle too. Nothing surprising though-- all expected.

9 hours-Now to get through the night

2006-05-31T01:12:00.000-04:00

Just me, Brian and Ryan are left in the center. Throwing the 8 pound ball right now. Posted a few 230's with last few games.

8 hours complete...

2006-05-31T00:40:00.000-04:00

I just took my break...hit the bathroom and rested with my feet up. I feel pretty good.

7 hours in!

2006-05-30T23:24:00.000-04:00

Brian put the big screens down and we are watching the Cubs/Reds game. More things to pass the time!

6 Hours In!

2006-05-30T22:24:00.000-04:00

2 more hours to the first break. Vicki and the girls came up to the lanes. Leagues are done and it has settled down here.

First Bowl With Dave

2006-05-30T20:50:00.000-04:00

For a 20 dollar donation, you can bowl a match with me.

Joe Elsner smashed me in match 1, shooting a 254 over my 201. Joe had the front seven strikes! Way to go Joe! Joe has been bowling regularly for less than a year.

Four hours in

2006-05-30T20:08:00.000-04:00

Still doing great. Have 25 games under my belt. One lane malfunction but nothing major.

3 hours

2006-05-30T19:05:00.000-04:00

Feeling good. On game 18. Leagues have started around me. This will help make the next few hours go by quickly.

Web cam is back up!

2006-05-30T17:28:00.000-04:00

A few internet issues at the lanes. The Enquirer will run a story in Wednesday's paper. The Middletown Journal is coming out tomorrow.

6 games in the first hour

2006-05-30T17:15:00.000-04:00

That means 600 games! Also just shot a 279 my 7th game. Web cam is down temporarily.

Started on Time

2006-05-30T16:48:00.000-04:00

Web cam is up and I started to bowl! 102 here I come!

Web Cam Is Up!

2006-05-29T19:28:00.000-04:00

Assuming this setup works at Eastern Lanes, we now have a working web cam! The default blog page will show the latest picture but you will have to manually refresh (F5 Key) to see newer pictures. If you click on the video picture, you will be directed to a page that will update automatically. We are less than 24 hours away from start!

Cold is Better, Still Need Volunteers

2006-05-29T11:32:00.000-04:00

My cold is better and I do not think it will give me trouble during the event. I am spending time this morning working to get the volunteer positions filled. Volunteers are responsible for ensuring I stay on task (throw the ball Dave!), changing tapes in the camcorder (video evidence for Guinness), selling raffle tickets and just basically getting the crowd into it. If you are interested, use the donation link in the left border and send me an e-mail and we will get you scheduled. 29.5 hours until the start!

Developed a Cold Overnight

2006-05-27T11:56:00.000-04:00

I have developed a light cold overnight, I hope it doesn't get worse and hang around all the way to Tuesday. I may not be able shake it at all then. 3 more days!

Breaks and Diet Strategy

2006-05-24T08:00:00.000-04:00

A lot of people are asking about how many breaks I get. I have to bowl for 8 hours and then I get a 15 minute break. During the breaks I have go to the bathroom (only time I get to go) and get my feet elevated. Last year my feet swelled 2 shoe sizes larger and that was only for 64 hours! So this year I am going try support hose (by the advice of doctor) to keep swelling to a minimum. We also had to fiddle with my hand so much (lots of torn skin) that I didn't get to sleep too much. I am starting out with gloves this year and avoiding the bowler's tape strategy.

Another question everyone asks is around the use of stimulants (No-doze, large caffeine and sugar intakes). I am avoiding all of this. I think it would be harder to manage the ups-and-downs of this rather than to try to keep an even keel. I will be eating high protein foods along with natural sugars (lots of trail mix). Some coffee may be ok, but I will only do that shortly before my break, if you know what I mean.

First Ball to be Thrown a Week From Today

2006-05-23T16:00:00.000-04:00

Hi folks! My name is Dave Wilson and I will be attempting to break the Guinness World Record for Bowling Endurance exactly one week from today at Eastern Lanes in Middletown, Ohio. The record currently stands at 100 hours and is held by a man named Suresh Joachim and was set nearly a year ago. The record was previously held by me at 64 hours and 22 minutes. That record stood for a mere 5 days before Suresh blew it away. Well, I'm back.

The first question is people ask me is "Why?" The answer is easy-- I'm a bowling nut. I love to bowl. But this effort is not self-serving. Last year, Building Blocks Foundation, a Mason-based charity, was the recipient of $11,000+ as a result of this event and the pledges provided by my friends, neighbors, co-workers, Blinds Plus, Thoma & Sutton Eyecare and some great strangers too. This year, I have once again partnered with Building Blocks. In addition, I have selected the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation as an equal partner. Earlier this year, I lost my mother to breast cancer and have developed strong feelings in helping the cause to find the cure. You will find links to both organization's web sites in the left-side column. Here's a picture of Mom shortly before she was diagnosed.

Please check back as we will update this blog before, during and after the event to keep everyone informed of how things are going. I am also going to attempt to setup a web cam.