Last year, I took part in a 12-hour overnight Relay For Life, an international event for cancer research. At the time, I raised $1,200 personally and was very proud of what my team accomplished. Unfortunately, my health wasn't great then and it's not good enough now to do it this year, so I am putting out the word for someone who can.

Statistics show 1 in 3 Canadians will develop cancer in their lifetime. I have lost 8 close members of my family, and have had a couple close calls myself. There are very few people who don't know the evil that cancer can cause.

When I began blogging, I found Cav. She is currently battling lymphoma but does so with such valour and honesty. I love reading her stuff because of her blunt and humourous style. A friend of hers is doing a Relay in her honour, and has pledged to raise $3,900. She's more than half way there, but needs more help.