Relay for Life

I love Relay for Life in Richmond County. It's one of those few times when you can really see this community in action. One of my favorite parts is seeing the purple shirts that stand out among the crowd, because the person who is wearing it is a cancer conqueror or someone who's surviving with cancer. Last night, my friend Wanda was wearing her purple shirt, and I was almost stunned to remember that it was less than a year ago when she was diagnosed. I can't help but think of others who would be wearing purple shirts if they were there - like my Uncle Scott, whose battle (and victory!) against oral cancer makes those survivalist tv guys look like they were filming at a 5-star resort.

My kids love Relay for Life, too. Face painting, gigantor bouncy slide, food, light-up jewelry, and hundreds of people outdoors? That might be their perfect Friday night.