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Feb 28, 2013

Our hero, Bob, is sick today and feeling "especially fatigued". While he dozes in his big, plump [ugly] chair, I wanted to bring you a little more news.

First, let me speak for the team and say that we are overwhelmed by the generosity of our friends and colleagues. Your response has moved us beyond belief. Thank you all.

Part of the Marsh Rats' Savannah contingent visited Bob and Molly during the holidays and we walked a 5k around this lake on Christmas Eve Day. Then on Christmas Day we walked a further 1.7 miles but had to give it up due to cold rain. Betsy and David brought the four-legged team member, Jasper, with them

L-R top Betsy, Bob; bottom David, Molly


The entire team is so honored by the response to our requests for contributions. When our contributions deadline comes, we will all be able to heave a sigh of relief, having met our goal in support of the LLS programs. But, the need for contributions does not stop there [January 18]. Please consider supporting the LLS throughout the year in memory of your loved ones and friends who may be suffering even now for lack of funds to pursue aggressive research for treatments that may one day save their lives. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support of this worthy organization.

Feb 10, 2013

Marsh Rats come in 3 minutes AFTER they stop the clock! Here we are, [L-R] Carmela, Jane, Molly, Bob, Betsy and David, stepping across the line, the last team to arrive at the finish, and just 3 minutes, 4 seconds after they stopped the official clock. So, our time was 2 hrs, 3 minutes, and 4 seconds. Bob was in great spirits, as were we all, and delighted in the visits we had with friends along the way....probably why we were so long in coming to this point!

But, here is the start....before dawn [we can't believe we did this]...

Walkers gather at the pavilion on the pier at Tybee Island. Brilliant dawn.

Thanks to friends Andy and Andrew who drummed for all walkers/runners, we danced our way towards the 6 mile mark [L-R Carmela, Betsy and Molly].

Jane, Bob and Molly celebrate the 6-mile mark....just .3 miles to go. Jane doing a great marsh rat imitation.

At the end of the day...really just 9:15 a.m....we were happy to have finished and fulfilled our promise to all our donors....we did it and only Betsy's knee [see ice pack] suffered.

Bob and Molly cherish every single day together. The donations "window" does not close until March 18 so feel free to contribute more, again, whatever. Despite the fact that we have exceeded our goal by several thousand dollars, it is really just enough to help three patients with their expenses and support 1 clinical trial. So much is needed.


We honor you, we thank you and we believe in you. Your generosity and giving spirit is most welcome.


We ate bagels, drank Mimosas and took a long nap in the lovely condo so generously provided by Diane and Gary Monroe. We also want to thank our official photographer, Carmen Stan, for her dedication in staying with us for the whole trip....from dawn to 2 hrs. 3 minutes and 4 seconds!


Jan 25, 2013

The amazing donors to the Marsh Rats Team have provided over 40% of the goal meeting funds sought by the LLS for this event. You are generous and kind.

Buddhist monks carry a small bowl for offerings that will sustain them and they gratefully accept all that is offered. Receiving what has been offered into our empty bowl has been a challenge....we simply are hoping to be worthy. To best reply to these gifts WE WILL WALK, laugh, enjoy the day and the friendships, being present and observing the eccentricities of our route, whatever they are. Bob will lead the way and, though he may fall behind, he will be at the front of the team spiritually, inspiring all of us to complete the 10K in good humor and, hopefully, a happy body. It will be a day of no cancer talk, just the joy of the walk.

Below, Bob, our fearless leader....

Marsh Rats [L-R] Carmela, Jane and Betsy on Ossabaw for the occasion of Sandy West's 100th birthday.

Again, we all hope that any of you who can, will cheer us on the route and finally meet us at the finish line [the LLS has a tent there with drinks and snacks] so we can celebrate together and take a photo to share with each and every donor. We expect to arrive at the finish around 9:30 am. Go to the Critz Tybee Run Fest website for details on the route for the 10K:

http://www.critztybeerun.com/10K



Jan 16, 2013

Each year at the holidays David and Betsy give their friends and family a bottle [donated] of Greg Butch's legendary eggnog. Betsy and her friend, Noel Szychowski, spend many days lovingly preparing this little bit of holiday heaven. The organic eggs and organic creams add a level of richness and the bourbon, dark rum, and peach and apricot brandies add the buzz that makes this nog irresistible. Hence the "danger" tape on each bottle. If you were not on the nog mailing list, feel free to contact Betsy at betsy@betsycain.com for a copy.


The Marsh Rats team, each and all, want to thank each of you for your generosity of spirit and cash towards this effort to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society research. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts. No words can properly express our gratitude.


Now for some KNOWLEDGE:

Multiple myeloma is a rare, incurable, malignancy of the bone marrow plasma cells. A disease of the immune system that attacks the bones and kidneys. With a damaged immune system and treatment side effects, myeloma patients are at high risk for infection, which is the leading cause of death. It is relatively rare and develops in 1-4 per 100,000 people per year. It represents 1% of all cancers and 2% of all cancer deaths. Myeloma cells only respond to treatment temporarily. They can go into hiding for awhile, sometimes for many years, but they are always lurking, cleverly planning a bigger comeback. Each time there is a relapse, a different treatment must be used. Sometimes it is the same treatment tried earlier or sometimes it is the addition of a new novel drug that has progessed through the clinical trial maze and is now available through FDA approval. Fortunately, due to research by such foundations as the LLS, there are many new and promising myeloma drugs in the pipeline that are adding many more years to the previous average survival rate of just 5 years. LLS plays a vital role in funding the research for these new drugs as well as providing life-enhancing support and financial aid for the afflicted.

Dec 14, 2012

With the help of Peter Brodhead from Brighter Day and my sister, Betsy, I had something I could hold onto when I felt I had lost control of my life. Peter gave me a fabulous nutritional supplement protocol that we believe contributed to my reaching Complete Remission. Peter even guided my oncologist, Dr. Perry Ballard, in some extra tests in my bloodwork. These helped Peter adjust my protocol as needed. My thanks to Peter and Brighter Day for caring for me during the worst of times. -Bob


Here's a picture of my morning "bowl"....and the prune juice. The rock is from Molly.

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We are no longer accepting donations for this event, however you can still make a donation to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

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Team Name Subteam Date Team Captain City/State
Marsh Rats 02/02/13 Molly Lay Tybee Island, GA

Supporter Comments

"we are with you all the way, Bob! Thom & Barb"
Barbara Williams
Tue Nov 27 10:12:14 EST 2012
"Sending much love and energy your way!"
Kathy Christensen
Thu Nov 29 09:48:37 EST 2012
"Merry Christmas; you're my white envelope."
Anonymous user
Thu Dec 6 05:25:06 EST 2012
"Enjoy your walk for a great cause. "
Nancy Bruno
Tue Dec 11 06:09:58 EST 2012
"For Bob, Joan, Betsy and David, and all of the wonderful friends in Savannah."
Tony Cobitz
Thu Dec 13 11:56:00 EST 2012
"Go Marsh Rats! My favorite Rodentia! We love you, Dan and Anna"
Anna Hamer
Sun Dec 16 10:00:07 EST 2012
"Still pulling for you Bob. Keep the faith and putting one foot in front of the other. There's always the next step."
Donny Luke
Mon Dec 17 05:44:41 EST 2012
"Go Bob!"
Linda Long
Thu Dec 20 05:18:02 EST 2012
"Go Bob Go! Great to hear you are doing so well. Karen & Kirk"
KIRK & KAREN MARCHISEN
Thu Dec 20 05:30:17 EST 2012
" We are grateful for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Societies research and assistance with Betsy's brother, Bob Cain, and his journey toward health. We walk also in memory of Dr. Louis Castilian's son Dicky, Carmela�s grandmother Helen Brewer Baker, Jenna's paternal grandfather, Fred Cash, and our dear friend and artist, Joan Cobitz. Part of the Marsh Rats Team, Jane and Carmela"
Jane Fishman and Carmela Aliffi
Sun Dec 23 10:12:01 EST 2012
"Hope lives!"
Meredith Gray
Sun Dec 23 11:54:15 EST 2012
"Happy to be a supporter of your team. Happy holidays - a sante!"
Mary Siceloff
Mon Dec 24 09:58:48 EST 2012
"On behalf of Comrie Hankins and DD Mooney."
Pat & Judy Mooney
Tue Dec 25 07:37:45 EST 2012
"Good luck to the girls and to all with this diagnosis. "
Louisa Abbot
Sat Dec 29 02:02:21 EST 2012
"Dear Marshrats, Here's to fundraising success and good health in 2013! Love, Jo Ann & Gary Miller"
JoAnn & Gary Miller
Sun Dec 30 02:41:17 EST 2012
"Keep up your spirits....remember it is all about one foot in front of the other.....My old college room mate Cambridge Trott was considered a marshrat...actually he was more of a wharf rat...but a good rat just the same. Good luck on your race and God Bless."
Horace Adams
Sun Dec 30 03:57:47 EST 2012
"Thank you all for this wonderful effort...Good to see photos of Betsy, Joan's true friend and Jane who wrote Joan's amazing obituary...Many thanks to you all..."
Gail Pickus
Mon Dec 31 12:51:11 EST 2012
"Marsh rats, Rage against the dying of the light!"
Rosanne O'Rear
Tue Jan 1 04:33:27 EST 2013
"Bob, We are rooting for you and your team and wishing we could be there on Tybee with you. Saundra and Cliff"
Saundra and Cliff Altekruse
Wed Jan 2 08:37:33 EST 2013
"Thank you for doing this, and raising awareness. "
Suzanne Donovan
Sun Jan 6 01:16:45 EST 2013
"Bob and Molly-- Enjoy every minute of your event and dont forget the camera! Go Marsh Rats!"
PAULA REITH
Sun Jan 27 08:40:13 EST 2013
"Go Marsh Rats Go!"
Margaret and David Adams
Wed Jan 30 11:02:33 EST 2013
"Thank You Marsh Rats for your efforts!"
Deb Barreiro & andy young
Sun Feb 3 10:49:37 EST 2013
"I lost my dear cousin Ned white to cancer last April. Research is the answer. I am happy to be able to help out. I hope Betsy's brother stays healthy! All the best Marsh Rats. "
Fran Harold
Sun Feb 3 02:37:46 EST 2013

Team Fundraising Total

250%
250 %
Donations:  $7,513.00

Donate to our Team

We are no longer accepting donations for this event, however you can still make a donation to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Thanks To

Tony Cobitz $500.00
Margaret and David A... $100.00
PAULA REITH $100.00
Horace Adams $100.00
Jane Fishman and Ca... $100.00
Anna Hamer $100.00
Daryl White and Phil... $100.00
John Hunt $100.00
Saundra and Cliff Al... $75.00
Fran Harold $50.00
Deb Barreiro & a... $50.00
Rosanne O'Rear $50.00
Louisa Abbot $50.00
Linda Long $50.00
Donny Luke $50.00
Nancy Bruno $50.00
Kathy Christensen $50.00
Brenda and Cary Bynu... $25.00
Maureen Ronan
kristin russell
Blanche Nettles Powe...
Gail Pickus
JoAnn & Gary Mil...
KIRK & KAREN MAR...
Barbara Williams
Christine Sajecki &a...
Sara Aftergood
Pat & Judy Moone...
janie brodhead
Imke Lass
Susan Dennis
Suzanne Donovan
Mary Siceloff
Meredith Gray

Supporter Comments

"we are with you all the way, Bob! Thom & Barb"
Barbara Williams
Tue Nov 27 10:12:14 EST 2012
"Sending much love and energy your way!"
Kathy Christensen
Thu Nov 29 09:48:37 EST 2012
"Merry Christmas; you're my white envelope."
Anonymous user
Thu Dec 6 05:25:06 EST 2012
"Enjoy your walk for a great cause. "
Nancy Bruno
Tue Dec 11 06:09:58 EST 2012
"For Bob, Joan, Betsy and David, and all of the wonderful friends in Savannah."
Tony Cobitz
Thu Dec 13 11:56:00 EST 2012
"Go Marsh Rats! My favorite Rodentia! We love you, Dan and Anna"
Anna Hamer
Sun Dec 16 10:00:07 EST 2012
"Still pulling for you Bob. Keep the faith and putting one foot in front of the other. There's always the next step."
Donny Luke
Mon Dec 17 05:44:41 EST 2012
"Go Bob!"
Linda Long
Thu Dec 20 05:18:02 EST 2012
"Go Bob Go! Great to hear you are doing so well. Karen & Kirk"
KIRK & KAREN MARCHISEN
Thu Dec 20 05:30:17 EST 2012
" We are grateful for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Societies research and assistance with Betsy's brother, Bob Cain, and his journey toward health. We walk also in memory of Dr. Louis Castilian's son Dicky, Carmela�s grandmother Helen Brewer Baker, Jenna's paternal grandfather, Fred Cash, and our dear friend and artist, Joan Cobitz. Part of the Marsh Rats Team, Jane and Carmela"
Jane Fishman and Carmela Aliffi
Sun Dec 23 10:12:01 EST 2012
"Hope lives!"
Meredith Gray
Sun Dec 23 11:54:15 EST 2012
"Happy to be a supporter of your team. Happy holidays - a sante!"
Mary Siceloff
Mon Dec 24 09:58:48 EST 2012
"On behalf of Comrie Hankins and DD Mooney."
Pat & Judy Mooney
Tue Dec 25 07:37:45 EST 2012
"Good luck to the girls and to all with this diagnosis. "
Louisa Abbot
Sat Dec 29 02:02:21 EST 2012
"Dear Marshrats, Here's to fundraising success and good health in 2013! Love, Jo Ann & Gary Miller"
JoAnn & Gary Miller
Sun Dec 30 02:41:17 EST 2012
"Keep up your spirits....remember it is all about one foot in front of the other.....My old college room mate Cambridge Trott was considered a marshrat...actually he was more of a wharf rat...but a good rat just the same. Good luck on your race and God Bless."
Horace Adams
Sun Dec 30 03:57:47 EST 2012
"Thank you all for this wonderful effort...Good to see photos of Betsy, Joan's true friend and Jane who wrote Joan's amazing obituary...Many thanks to you all..."
Gail Pickus
Mon Dec 31 12:51:11 EST 2012
"Marsh rats, Rage against the dying of the light!"
Rosanne O'Rear
Tue Jan 1 04:33:27 EST 2013
"Bob, We are rooting for you and your team and wishing we could be there on Tybee with you. Saundra and Cliff"
Saundra and Cliff Altekruse
Wed Jan 2 08:37:33 EST 2013
"Thank you for doing this, and raising awareness. "
Suzanne Donovan
Sun Jan 6 01:16:45 EST 2013
"Bob and Molly-- Enjoy every minute of your event and dont forget the camera! Go Marsh Rats!"
PAULA REITH
Sun Jan 27 08:40:13 EST 2013
"Go Marsh Rats Go!"
Margaret and David Adams
Wed Jan 30 11:02:33 EST 2013
"Thank You Marsh Rats for your efforts!"
Deb Barreiro & andy young
Sun Feb 3 10:49:37 EST 2013
"I lost my dear cousin Ned white to cancer last April. Research is the answer. I am happy to be able to help out. I hope Betsy's brother stays healthy! All the best Marsh Rats. "
Fran Harold
Sun Feb 3 02:37:46 EST 2013