Perspective

Yesterday, I was surrounded by the most courageous, passionate and giving people I have ever met.

Yesterday was the 7th Annual Denver Brain Tumor Walk...I've chaired it since its inception and every year, it brings to the surface a mixture of emotions.

Yesterday, I was sad for what many of us there had lost, I was happy for those who have survived and I was inspired by those who are still fighting.

Yesterday, I listened to a 10 year old little girl tell her story of her returning brain tumor as she encouraged other little ones to pray and support each other.

Yesterday, I hugged my friend Tina, a two time tumor survivor, who now faces the fight of her life battling a cancerous monster that has returned. She has two young children.

Yesterday, I thought of Brian Bradford, hoping that his life is good, yet still not understanding what happened.

Yesterday, I was proud! We had the biggest walk yet, with 1000 people in attendance and a true feeling that we made some sort of impact.

Yesterday, I was reminded of what it feels like to give, rather than take. I hope that my children understand that feeling and experience it often.

Yesterday I was thankful, for all of my family and friends. And I was reminded that life is short, memories are sweet and nothing is as important as time with those you love.

Yesterday put things into perspective for me once again and reminded me to enjoy today and look forward to tomorrow.