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Kate's Fundraising Blog

Mar 19, 2014

Welcome to my Team In Training home page!

 

I have a mission-to help find cures and more effective treatments for blood cancers. As many of you know, my own family has been directly affected by Lymphoma and I want to do something to help. To accomplish that mission, I’m participating in the Saunder's Subaru Victoria Triathlon as a member of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Team In Training. Like the other members of TNT, I will be raising funds to help find cures and better treatments for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma. I’m improving the quality of my life by participating and with your support, we can all help improve the quality of life and find cures and new treatments for those affected by these diseases.

 

Please make a donation in support of my efforts with Team In Training and help advance the research for cures. Thank you, 

 

Kate

 

 

3/19/2014

Victoria Tri 2014 Here I Come!

So, I decided on a triathlon for a few reasons and to hopefully learn some new skills in the process. Some of the phrases I have been thinking of:

  • The time is now, just do it!

  • Knees aren't what they used to be so... instead of a marathon why not a Triathlon? :)

  • Swimming is good for me right?!

  • Biking with clip in shoes? I am totally going to bail!

  • If people can go through cancer treatment (chemotherapy, stem cell transplants, radiation) I can do this.

 

AMAZING NEW RESEARCH BEING DONE TO FIGHT BLOOD CANCERS

Hi! If you haven’t seen this short video yet  please watch it.  This is an example of what LLS is investing your hard earned dollars in.  They have funded Dr. June and his team for over 20 years, investing over $20 million into this cutting edge research.  On a side note- Robert's treatment team of doctors has referred to this research as another option for him should his Lymphoma come back. It is being pioneered and has been hugely successful in trials. Another important point, the receipients in these trials have tried EVERY treatment out there without success, so it is even more amazing that it is working. -Kate

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Mar 19, 2014

WHY I RUN/Bike/Swim: - Why not?

  • I train because it's what I CAN do to DO SOMETHING.

  • I train for my husband, Robert, who was diagnosed in May 2013 with Large B-Cell Lymphoma. Even though he is in remission he continues to battle to feel like his old self again.

  • I train for my kids, Ava and Jack, to show them what love, determination and a goal can achieve.

  • I train for myself because I want something good to come out of all of this, to have meaning and to fight!

  • I train to feel good, meet new people, hear new stories and above all find a cure!

This will be my 1st season with TEAM, but my second triathlon!

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Make a Donation

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

Supporter Comments

"Hi Kate, I did a couple of triathlons with TNT as well, specifically for leukemia and lymphoma research. It is a great cause and worth every early morning trainings in the cold and rain! Good luck with your training and with raising funds. "
Mafe Rajul
Wed Mar 19 03:02:22 EDT 2014
"I work with your husband and I respect your fundraising efforts. :)"
Tonya Humiston
Thu Mar 20 04:48:21 EDT 2014
"Hi Kate, I work with Robert and am constantly amazed by his strength and good spirits as he goes through this challenge. I participated in TNT for my first marathon. They are a great organization filled with inspiring people that will absolutely prepare you for your triathalon challenge. My best to you and your family. "
Lisa Pinkoski
Thu Mar 20 04:50:37 EDT 2014
"Rock the race and many healthy days ahead!"
Adam Hockey
Thu Mar 20 05:30:14 EDT 2014
"Cheers to tenacity, perseverance, and courage!"
Dahlia Schneider
Thu Mar 20 06:11:10 EDT 2014
"Kate, I work with Robert. You are amazing! Robert is the toughest guy in the world! Those kids have learned so much from you two. Take Care Barbara"
Barbara Brzoska
Fri Mar 21 05:23:09 EDT 2014
"Go Kate! My father had leukemia so supporting LLS is near and dear to my heart. Best wishes with your training! Victory to you & to Robert!"
Lynn Granberg
Tue Mar 25 05:32:37 EDT 2014
"Good luck Kate!!"
Chloe and Samantha
Fri Mar 28 02:10:05 EDT 2014
"Go Kate! "
Viki Hildreth
Sun May 4 08:44:16 EDT 2014
"We dragon boat with your parents a know how proud they are of you and what you are doing. Good luck Kate. "
Doug and Jan Kilburn
Mon May 5 07:23:14 EDT 2014
"Run Kate Run!!"
Driscoll Robbins
Wed May 14 02:14:23 EDT 2014
"What. a wonderful idea- will be pulling for you!"
Chandra Aikawa
Thu May 15 09:30:33 EDT 2014
"Go Kate! "
Marci Magarrell
Tue May 20 02:06:26 EDT 2014
"Enjoy the triathlon and thanks for the inspiration. Best to you, Robert and the kids."
Charles Tompkins
Tue May 27 12:12:15 EDT 2014
"Best of luck Kate! "
Trina Garbarino
Thu May 29 01:48:45 EDT 2014
"Best of luck, Kate! -Alex Dowling"
Anonymous user
Thu May 29 01:59:21 EDT 2014
"Cheering you on, Kate! "
Meg Steele
Thu May 29 05:27:30 EDT 2014
"I'm making this donation in support of Robert and Kate, thank you for raising funds for LLS. Robert, I'm so glad that you're doing well. My father was also diagnosed with non-Hodgkin?s Lymphoma,he was brave and courageous during his fight and always had a positive attitude throughout this difficult time. Thankfully he has been in remission for 3 years now and doing great."
Cindy
Thu May 29 09:18:56 EDT 2014
"On behalf of Seattle Street Hockey, we love you Robert and Kate, and wish you the best on the triathlon."
Zakia Ovington
Sun Jun 1 01:20:24 EDT 2014
"Blessings to your endeavor and your family! You are a ROCKSTAR!"
Prayer Partner for Robert
Tue Jun 3 12:32:11 EDT 2014
"You go girl! We Wil be thinking of you all this Fathers Day. Hugs, Shirley & Famiy"
Shirley Teplitsky
Tue Jun 10 05:01:43 EDT 2014

My Fundraising Total

Raised:  $3,209.00
Goal:  $2,900
111%
111 %

Make a Donation

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

My Thanks To

Chris McCune $250.00
Driscoll Robbins $175.00
Zakia Ovington $150.00
Mafe Rajul $100.00
Deke Waggoner $100.00
Sharif Tai $100.00
Doug and Jan Kilburn... $100.00
Scott Thomason $100.00
Chris Fosse $100.00
Jeff Mazurek $50.00
Judy Shorr $50.00
Meg Steele $50.00
Gowans Family $50.00
Chuck & Cathy Ni... $50.00
Lynn Granberg $50.00
Tonya Humiston $50.00
REI egg sales $30.00
Prayer Partner for R... $30.00
REI egg sales $30.00
Andrei Kreptul $25.00
Cindy $25.00
Shirley Teplitsky $25.00
Shelley Pierman $25.00
Trina Garbarino $25.00
Marci Magarrell $25.00
Gus Fraser $25.00
V Payette $20.00
Kathryn Quaak
Viki Hildreth
Zakia and Greg Oving...
Chandra Aikawa
Margaret Gheen and D...
Kristi Rivera
Kevin Saliba
Charles Tompkins
Kathleen Lonergan
Ellen Sheppard
Chloe and Samantha
Matthew Thurston
Dahlia Schneider
Adam Hockey
Rachel Asimakopoulos...
Joe Smith
Barbara Brzoska
Nicole Leggiere
Daniel Wynn
Lisa Pinkoski
Luigi ~~

Supporter Comments

"Hi Kate, I did a couple of triathlons with TNT as well, specifically for leukemia and lymphoma research. It is a great cause and worth every early morning trainings in the cold and rain! Good luck with your training and with raising funds. "
Mafe Rajul
Wed Mar 19 03:02:22 EDT 2014
"I work with your husband and I respect your fundraising efforts. :)"
Tonya Humiston
Thu Mar 20 04:48:21 EDT 2014
"Hi Kate, I work with Robert and am constantly amazed by his strength and good spirits as he goes through this challenge. I participated in TNT for my first marathon. They are a great organization filled with inspiring people that will absolutely prepare you for your triathalon challenge. My best to you and your family. "
Lisa Pinkoski
Thu Mar 20 04:50:37 EDT 2014
"Rock the race and many healthy days ahead!"
Adam Hockey
Thu Mar 20 05:30:14 EDT 2014
"Cheers to tenacity, perseverance, and courage!"
Dahlia Schneider
Thu Mar 20 06:11:10 EDT 2014
"Kate, I work with Robert. You are amazing! Robert is the toughest guy in the world! Those kids have learned so much from you two. Take Care Barbara"
Barbara Brzoska
Fri Mar 21 05:23:09 EDT 2014
"Go Kate! My father had leukemia so supporting LLS is near and dear to my heart. Best wishes with your training! Victory to you & to Robert!"
Lynn Granberg
Tue Mar 25 05:32:37 EDT 2014
"Good luck Kate!!"
Chloe and Samantha
Fri Mar 28 02:10:05 EDT 2014
"Go Kate! "
Viki Hildreth
Sun May 4 08:44:16 EDT 2014
"We dragon boat with your parents a know how proud they are of you and what you are doing. Good luck Kate. "
Doug and Jan Kilburn
Mon May 5 07:23:14 EDT 2014
"Run Kate Run!!"
Driscoll Robbins
Wed May 14 02:14:23 EDT 2014
"What. a wonderful idea- will be pulling for you!"
Chandra Aikawa
Thu May 15 09:30:33 EDT 2014
"Go Kate! "
Marci Magarrell
Tue May 20 02:06:26 EDT 2014
"Enjoy the triathlon and thanks for the inspiration. Best to you, Robert and the kids."
Charles Tompkins
Tue May 27 12:12:15 EDT 2014
"Best of luck Kate! "
Trina Garbarino
Thu May 29 01:48:45 EDT 2014
"Best of luck, Kate! -Alex Dowling"
Anonymous user
Thu May 29 01:59:21 EDT 2014
"Cheering you on, Kate! "
Meg Steele
Thu May 29 05:27:30 EDT 2014
"I'm making this donation in support of Robert and Kate, thank you for raising funds for LLS. Robert, I'm so glad that you're doing well. My father was also diagnosed with non-Hodgkin?s Lymphoma,he was brave and courageous during his fight and always had a positive attitude throughout this difficult time. Thankfully he has been in remission for 3 years now and doing great."
Cindy
Thu May 29 09:18:56 EDT 2014
"On behalf of Seattle Street Hockey, we love you Robert and Kate, and wish you the best on the triathlon."
Zakia Ovington
Sun Jun 1 01:20:24 EDT 2014
"Blessings to your endeavor and your family! You are a ROCKSTAR!"
Prayer Partner for Robert
Tue Jun 3 12:32:11 EDT 2014
"You go girl! We Wil be thinking of you all this Fathers Day. Hugs, Shirley & Famiy"
Shirley Teplitsky
Tue Jun 10 05:01:43 EDT 2014
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