Karen Steele-Whebby for Moola for Melons Team  (aka Karen English)

My journey for CIBC Run for the Cure has been a long one.  I have witnessed many close family members and friends battle and sometimes lose their battle with this devastating disease.

Marlene Battson           Best Friend

Mary Chaisson Shomph    Grandmother        

Isabel Watt                Aunt

Dorothy English            Childrens Grandmother

My children began to walk with me after a work friend’s mother passed away back in 2010.

It was an honor to be able to help my friend during her battle with breast cancer.  I was present when her husband Michael could not, for a few chemo treatments, radiation bell ringing (with Sarah), diagnostic tests, pre-op appts, surgery, and ultimately her last moments.  She was brave and I was so blessed to help her laugh during the stressful times.  It was the least I could do for my friend who was always there for me.

She died one day after her 51st birthday.  It is painful to think about all she has missed with her girls as mine are almost the same age as hers. She was a Mother, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Nurse and generous Friend.

Please take time to consider making a donation to myself or our team to help give hope to those women who are still battling today.

Thank you so much,

Karen