Dear Friends,
Welcome to my page, and thank you sincerely for gracing it with your presence, and for your invaluable contributions.
I'm Paola, and I'm here to share a story close to my heart. A year ago, I embarked on a journey with Relay For Life, a journey to somehow celebrate my beloved friend's life, Bianca (you'll find her smiling face on the left in my profile picture). It's been two years since we said goodbye to Bianca, taken away by colon cancer.
Bianca was a fierce and kind human being; she was a radiant force of courage, resilience, and unwavering determination. Even before her diagnosis, she lit the path for me, encouraging me to run with purpose. And even when her treatments started she had a clear goal - to conquer cancer and come back into running ultra marathons and Spartan races. She fought well and hard for those dreams. Though she left us too soon, her legacy of fortitude and hope continues to inspire us (me and my friends).
In her honor, I continue to lace up my shoes, each step a tribute to her spirit and a commitment to the cause she held so dear. Each race, each donation, is a testament to her indomitable spirit and our commitment to keep her memory alive.
Your support, your generosity, fuels this mission, and for that, I am profoundly grateful. May your kindness reverberate far and wide, bringing hope and healing to all touched by its warmth.
Lastly, the message below might be a default but I stand with every word mentioned:
I’m determined to make a difference by participating in the Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life. This is a nationwide event that brings people together to celebrate survivors, honour those we’ve lost and show that no one has to face cancer alone. By making a donation, you can help fund Canada’s most promising research, vital support services for patients and their families, and other important work that could change the future of cancer.
With deepest appreciation,
Paola Albeza