Tuesday, July 21, 2009

My Team is AWESOME!!

We have surpassed our $10,000 goal!!!
Our total is $10,052.38. Great job ladies!!

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Community turns out to make 'cancer walk the plank' for Relay for Life

It was less than a week ago when Danni Guinn and her mother, Wendy Guinn, found themselves in the American Cancer Society's Discovery Shop and inspiration struck.

”We just decided, why the heck not?” Danni Guinn said, explaining that, at that moment, she and her mom decided to form a Relay for Life team -- just five days before the big event.

About two years ago, Wendy Guinn was diagnosed with Stage 2 cervical cancer. Last Monday, she and her daughter decided it was time to give back.

So on Saturday, with a pirate flag in hand and a patch over one eye, Danni Guinn joined hundreds of others whose lives have been touched by cancer and walked the track at College of the Redwoods.

”We're the pirates of persistence, making cancer walk the plank,” Danni Guinn said, with a laugh, before seriously talking about how much the event meant to her mom. “She's very bright today.”

The 25th annual 24-hour event kicked off at 10 a.m. Saturday, as Humboldt County participants joined millions across the country in celebrating the lives of those who have battled cancer, remembering loved ones lost and fighting back against the disease that has brought havoc to countless lives.

Funds raised from the event help fight cancer in the local community.

Many said that even sagging local and national economies have not reduced the generosity of the local community, which they said has continued to offer pledges for the event in record numbers.

Local event chair Kathryn McHugh said the annual fundraiser would simply not be possible without the generosity of local businesses, like Wildberries, which sponsored KHUM's 24-hour broadcast from the event.

Noting that the list of sponsors and donors was too long to name, McHugh said a special thank you to CalFire, which supplied the staff to cook three meals to be provided to relay participants.

McHugh said the event is all about celebration, and honoring the people, like the Guinns, whose lives have been connected by this horrible disease. With that, tears began to flow down McHugh's face.

”Anyone who works with cancer patients never wears mascara -- we cry all the time,” she said, smiling through the tears. “You might hear a happy story, you might hear a sad story, but you always cry.”

And as the Survivor Lap indicated, nearly everyone at Relay for Life -- big or small, young or old -- has a story.

Cindy McWhorter said she was walking for her sister, Jane, who died of lung cancer in February after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor 18 years earlier.

”Jane had the most incredible attitude and sense of humor, and she was not going to let this beat her,” McWhorter said.

Standing beside the track as the survivors finished their lap to open Saturday's event, Edna Seitz of Eureka said she doesn't have cancer, but wanted to support the cause. Saturday, she found her story.

”It's just wonderful,” she said with tears in her eyes as she watched dozens of cancer survivors pass by. Some, too young to walk, were carried on their parents' shoulders. Others, too old or frail to make the lap, were pushed in wheelchairs.

”It just tears at my heart strings,” Seitz said.

Thadeus Greenson/The Times-Standard (Posted 7/12/09)

Monday, July 13, 2009

Relay Pictures





Relay For Life 2009

Well it's the Monday after Relay and we all survived!

The Relay weekend started off on Friday with set-up at 12pm. Karen, Cindy, Lorelei, Whitney, and myself had to pack all of our stuff (and it was a lot) across the CR football field to our campsite. Once we got all of our stuff(tents, tables, chairs, sleeping bags, etc) over there we began to set-up the tents. The first pop-up tent that we tried to put up was broken :( so after struggling with it for a little while we took it down and put up the 2nd pop-up tent. That one was much better! Then we started putting up our big 8 person tent aka the Vacation Home. We must have looked like we needed some help because the CA prisoner guys that were there helping came over to help us. They put our tent up very quickly! After we got everything set-up at the campsite Karen, Whitney, and I went to Fortuna to pick-up our grand prize, the BBQ that Fortuna Ace donated. I was soooo scared that the BBQ was going to fly out of my truck on the highway but we made it with no problems thank goodness. Since I didn't want to deal with getting to our BBQ to the campsite in the morning I talked Casey into going back to CR with me to help get the BBQ to our campsite. I bought a little padlock on our way there so I could lock the BBQ in our tent. I didn't want our grand prize to go missing :)

I stayed up until 1am finishing most of the little details and baking a birthday cake for Whitney. The next morning, Saturday, I got up at 6:30am, finished anything I hadn't gotten done the night before, and headed to the track. I arrived at the track at 8:45am. With the help of Cindy's garden wagon I was able to unload my truck and haul the stuff across the track to our site. I wasn't all that excited to be sweating at 9am but it's for a good cause right! :) The rest of the team started getting there around 9:20am. We put up all of our signs and got everything ready to sell.

The Survivor Lap kicked off Relay at about 10:30am, a little bit late but that's ok. The Survivor Lap was very emotional. There were young survivors, old survivors and every age in between survivors. I found myself choking back tears as I watch parents holding their very young survivors in their arms or on their shoulders. I find myself almost in tears as I write this remembering the Survivor lap and their little faces. I can't even imagine what those kids and parents have gone through. God bless them all!

We all hung out and walked at our designated times on Saturday. The Luminaria's started to be lit around 9pm and we went and found our Lumianaria bags. The Ceremony of Hope started at 9:30pm. They honored community members that had recently lost their fight, a caregiver that has gone above & beyond, and a US soldier that was diagnosed with cancer after he got home from Iraq. It was very special and emotional when we got to see our loved ones pictures on the big screen.

We continued walking through the night, even when it started pouring! Rain in July?! What's up with that Mother Nature??

We started packing all of our stuff up around 8am. Everything was sooo wet :( We continued walking until about 9:30am when they stopped everyone. We had everything packed up by 9:30am thanks to Darl (Megan's boyfriend), Casey (my boyfriend), and the rest of the team so when Relay ended at 10am we were ready and very willing to head home.

We drew the winning tickets for our wonderful prizes at 9:30am. The grand prize winner was sooooo excited to have won the BBQ. I was excited that THEY came to get it and we didn't have to take it anywhere :) The winners of the Spa Day Package & the 49er Package were at Relay which made it very easy. The only one that wasn't there was the lady who won the Dinner & Movies for 2 package which was just 2 gift certificates so I stuck them in the mail this morning. The prizes worked out very well.

I wanted to give a BIG thank you to Fortuna Ace Hardware, Body in Balance, Like Nobody Else, Shane McWhorter, and Bill Chino for donating our fabulous prizes. We couldn't do this with out you!!

I encourage EVERYONE to participate in Relay somehow. You can join a team, start a new team, donate to a team, come to the event and support the teams there, volunteer, etc. It seems like the attendence & money raised keeps going down every year which I think is very sad. Cancer affects 1 in 3 people..I can't think of a better cause to support.

All in all it was another great Relay and I couldn't of asked for a better team. I thank you ladies from the bottom of my heart. I truly appreciate all of your hard work and hope you'll will join me next year!!

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Relay Event

The Eureka Relay for Life event is this weekend at the College of the Redwoods track.
It starts at 10am on Saturday & ends at 10am on Sunday.

Our team will be selling raffle tickets for some really awesome prizes, Save the Ta♥Tas t-shirts, car magnets, & pins, and some other cancer awareness items.

We'll be there for a full 24 hours so come say hi and make a donation to help support a GREAT cause!

Please come out a support us and all of the other Relay teams fighting to find a cure for cancer.

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Pampered Chef Party SUCCESS!!

Our team hosted a very fun & yummy Pampered Chef party on June 5th and 15% of our total sales were donated to the American Cancer Society!

The consultant, Taunya Brunton, did an awesome job cooking us a very yummy vege pizza and we all had a ton of fun ordering awesome kitchen stuff and just hanging out.

Our total sales were $1,080! So we raised $162 for our team and the ACS!!!
What a fun way to raise money!!!

Saturday, June 20, 2009

SAVE THE TATAS T-SHIRTS

We are selling Save the Tatas women's t-shirts for a $20 donation.
3 different shirts: Laughter Heals(Pink), Imagine a World Without Cancer(Black), and Save the TaTas(Pink, Black, White)
We also have buttons & car magnets!!

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Yard Sale SUCCESS!!

Our yard sale last weekend was a great success!!
We raised $742.50 for the American Cancer Society!!

Thank you so much for everyone that participated!!

Also:
We raised $250 at our 2nd yard sale!!

Monday, June 1, 2009

Make the ACS the official sponser of your Birthday!!!

Creating a world with more birthdays
To most people, birthdays are just a reminder that they're getting older. But at the American Cancer Society, "Happy Birthday" is a victory song, because a world with less cancer is a world with more birthdays. And that's definitely something to celebrate.

More than 11 million Americans who have survived cancer—and countless others who have avoided it—will celebrate a birthday this year, thanks to the progress we're making together to help people stay well and get well, to find cures, and fight back.

Join the movement for more birthdays—declare the American Cancer Society the official sponsor of your birthday. It doesn't have to be your birthday and you don't have to be a cancer survivor to join. Just imagine how many more birthdays we can save if we create a movement of millions fighting for more candles to light.

Visit: http://www.morebirthdays.com/morebirthdays/

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Pampered Chef Party

We are hosting a Pampered Chef party and 15% of the sales will be donated to the American Cancer Society!!

Where: 1827 Holly Dr, McKinleyville
When: Friday, June 5, 2009
Time: 6pm

Dinner & Drinks will be served!!!

If you can't make it to the home party you can make a purchase at: http://www.pamperedchef.biz/tbrunton
To make sure your purchase gets credited to our team--Click on "Shop Online" then enter Relay for Life as the Host. Click on Relay for Life/Britni McWhorter.

Please RSVP by June 2nd!!

Hope to see you there with a friend or 2!!

Thank you for your support!!!

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

"Hunting for a Cure" Fundraising RAFFLE!!

Grand Prize
Ducane Affinity 3100 Gas Grill and BBQ Set
Exterior Dimensions (with the lid open) 62.5" H x 51.5" W x 28.5" D, Three stainless steel burners, 36,000 btu-per-hour input, Primary cooking area = 418 square inches, Warming rack area = 132 square inches, Total cooking area = 550 square inches, Porcelain-enameled cooking grates, Porcelain-enameled heat distribution plates, Electronic ignition, Two scratch resistant work surfaces, Built-in lid thermometer
$400+ Value!!
BBQ Donated by: FORTUNA ACE HARDWARE

Prize #2
Two 49er vs. Rams Tickets. (Game day is October 4, 2009)
Joe Montana Autographed Plaque (Certified Authentic)
49er Memorabilia
$250+ Value!!

Prize #3
Dinner & Movies for 2 Package
$50 Gift Certificate to Abruzzi, Plaza Grill or Moonstone Grill
Coming Attractions “Movies for 2” Gift Certificate
Blockbuster Gift Card
$100+ Value!!

Prize #4
Spa Day Package
Massage & Pedicure Gift Certificates
Mary Kay Pampering Hands Set &
Mint Bliss™ Energizing Lotion for Feet & Legs
$100+ Value!!

Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25. Drawing will be held at Relay For Life in Eureka, CA on July 12th.

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Mary Kay Fundraiser!!

Two of our team members are Mary Kay beauty consultants and will be donating 25% of their total sales for 1 week to the American Cancer Society!!!
  • What: Mary Kay Online/Over the Phone Party!
  • When: May 16th-23rd
  • Time: Online Orders 24 Hours or Phone Orders 9am-9pm

Websites: www.marykay.com/britnimcwhorter or www.marykay.com/whitneygreen

This would be a great time to re-order products, try some new ones or buy a gift for someone else. Not only will you be getting great products you’ll be helping raise money for a GREAT cause!

Please feel free to call or email us if you need more information or have any further questions.

Thank You!!

Britni's Contact Info:
Cell-(707) 498-7579 Work-(707) 822-4851 Fax-(707) 822-8968
Email- britnimcwhorter@marykay.com
Website- www.marykay.com/britnimcwhorter
Whitney's Contact Info:
Cell- (707) 498-8677 Home- (707) 839-3933

Cancer Facts & Stats

*These are estimates/averages from 2008 or year stated*
  • 1 in 2 men & 1 in 3 women will contract cancer, 1 in 4 people will die from the disease.
  • 156,530 people in California have cancer.
  • About 77% of all cancers are diagnosed in people 55 and older.
  • 1.5 million new cancer cases are expected in 2009.
  • Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed form of cancer in women and is the most common cause of death in women 45-55 years old.
  • 1in 8 women will get breast cancer.
  • 184,550 new breast cancer cases are expected in 2008, 1,990 of those new cases are men.
  • 40,930 will die from breast cancer this year.
  • Breast cancer has a 89% survival rate if caught early and treated.
  • Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed form of cancer in men. 1 in 6 men will get prostate cancer.
  • 186,320 new prostate cancer cases are expected this year and 28,660 will die from this form of cancer in 2008.
  • Prostate cancer has a 99% survival rate if caught early and treated.
  • Leukemia is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in children ages 1-14.
  • Cancer in general is the second leading cause of death in the US. (Heart disease is number 1)
  • Cancer Sucks!

    http://www.cancer.org/

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

A BIG thank you to everyone that has made a donation!!!

Thank you...
Sequoia Gas Company, Franklin's Service, Big Louie's Pizza, Mad River Gardens, Johnathan Choi D.D.S., Charlene Harrison, Elizabeth Haper-Lawson, Gwynneth Carothers, Jerry & Adele Daw, Steve Shanafelt, Casey Mitchell, Kathleen McWhorter-Jacobsen, Ellen Santomauro, Derek & Carly White, The Dunaway Family, The Pardoe Family, Rusty & Bump Moore, Nancy & Alfredo Corral, Dale & Rita McAtee, Bruce Kenworthy, Jill Geisler, William Boyd, Pete & Libby Giacomini, Erin Lincoln, Barb & Kim Lucas, Susan diehl McCarthy, Britni McWhorter, Jan Stuart, Karen Vandzura, Leslie Walters, Anna Wolf, Rina Brodhag, Lydia Ledesma, Jim & Cecilia Titus, Susie Del Biaggio, Becker Insurance, Emily Silver, Tom Renner, Jill Hackett, Sarah Schroer, Leanne McCulloch, Chelle Ferguson, Donna Bowen, Carole Polasek, John and Helen Tomb, Dave Kenworthy, Robert and Kathy Miller, Mary Ann Loch, Diana Hight, Kevin Lane, Anna Marrs, John McGuire, Lori Acorn, Shirley Johnson, Jennifer Dalsant, Mary Vallee, Tedda Borges, Melody Boberg, Mark Huschle, Cheryl Paul, Diane Moran, Deb's Bark Ave Grooming(Deb Cook), Jessica Lindsay, Vince & Mary Vellutini, Andy & Sandy Westfall, Jim & Judy Nelson, Tami McCanless, Mike & Valerie Ferrick, Merinee Duke, Bonnie Schleef, Joyce Fisher, Rene Jacobsen, Laura Lyon, Tracey Morris, Kelly Victorine, Elaine Cooney, Tina Toste

Sunday, May 3, 2009

Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet


Silver bangle bracelet with ribbons engraved with the words support, cure, hope, courage all around the bracelet.

Our team is now selling these beautiful breast cancer awareness bracelets for a donation of only $10!! Each bracelet comes with pink gift box with cotton insert. Makes a great gift!!

Let me know if you'd like one!!
Call me at 707-498-7579

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Relay 2008 Pictures

A few pics from last year's Relay event!



Does anyone else have any pics from last year? My goal is to take lots this year!!

Save the ta-tas!!

Our team is selling Save the ta-tas magnetic bumper stickers & buttons for a donation. All proceeds are donated to the American Cancer Society!!

Black or White Magnetic Bumper Stickers- $5 Donation


Buttons- $3 Donation




Email Britni at britnimcwhorter@aol.com if you'd like to purchase these items for a donation!!

Light a Luminaria

The Light of Hope
For many people who attend Relay For Life®, one of the most moving parts of the event is the Ceremony of Hope. As the light dims over campsites and team members complete laps, the night is brightened by the glow of lighted bags called luminaria, each of which has a special meaning. Some luminaria celebrate the survivorship of people who have battled cancer and lived to tell the tale. Many commemorate the lives of those who have been lost to this disease. All represent a person who has been profoundly affected by cancer and the family and friends who continue to be touched by that experience.

You too can help spread the light of hope and honor or remember those in your life who have been touched by this disease.

Please light a candle in honor of or in memory of a friend or loved one who has had cancer. You can honor a cancer survivor by placing their name under "In Honor of," or you can remember someone who was lost to cancer by placing the name under "In Memory of." Each individual’s name will appear on a luminaria and each will be lit at the ceremony to shine as a beacon of hope for others. You also have the option to send an e-card to inform family members and friends of your special gift.

Your contribution will help save lives, give hope, and empower people through the American Cancer Society and its lifesaving mission.

To Light a Luminaria for a loved one please click on Team #7 or any of the team member's names. That will take you directly to our American Cancer Society team or member page. From there click on Luminaria and fill out the information.

Donations

You can now donate toward an individual or team using this website. I have listed on the right side of the page all our current team members names. You just click on the person or Team #7 (if you want to make a team donation) and it will take you to our Relay for Life pages.

Thank you in advance for your support!!

About Us

We are a Relay for Life Team! We started doing the Relay for Life in 2008 and hope to continue for many years to come. Our team was founded by Britni McWhorter, who is our captain, and our team consists of family & friends.
Each of us have been touched by cancer in one way or another and would love to see a cure found in our lifetime. We Relay for our loved ones that have lost their fight and our loved ones still fighting.
We hope that you'll find it in your heart to also fight back against cancer by making a donation today.