Preparing for the Relay

We had our final meeting tonight before the all-night relay for life next Friday. Last-minute instructions about setting up our tents, items needed at each site, etc. There will be many activities going on throughout the evening and wee hours of the morning. There will be a boxcar race, a Miss Relay contest, puzzles to solve, and entertainment of all kinds. Many folks take their sleeping bags and tents for bedding down the little children. I have yet to spend the entire night because I cannot find anyone who will brave the elements with me. One friend planned to stay last year but she got so chilled we ended up going home at 3:00 AM. The experience is so worthwhile. People ask why I relay and why I work so diligently for the cause. My response is that I lost a wonderful brother-in-law last year with the dreaded disease and I am praying for a cure. It seems that every few days, some friend or acquaintance loses the battle with cancer. I ask you to pray that a cure will be found soon. I hope you have a chance to participate in a relay for life somewhere. Believe me, your heart will be blessed.