For our next “Word of the Year” blog post, meet Kathy R. H. and hear why she chose faith as her word.
Tell me about your 3-Day experience.
I started walking in the 3-Day in 2004. I walked all 16 walks in the Twin Cities. In 2017, my team helped me celebrate my 20-year Cancerversary by walking the San Diego 3-Day. I continued walking in San Diego in 2018 and 2019 as well. In total, I am proud to have walked in 19 3-Day walks.
What is your 2021 word of the year
FAITH
Why is that your word of the year?
Since my cancer journey began in 1997, I have consistently been focused on Keeping the FAITH! Faith represents a commitment to positivity, gratitude, strength, and determination. While not one of us can predict what tomorrow brings, I believe that having FAITH is key to facing each day.
Why do you participate in the 3-Day?
I participate in the 3-Day as a 23-year 2x breast cancer survivor for me, for my kids, and for my family. I participate in memory of those we have lost, in support of those who are fighting and for those who are survivors. I participate and will continue to participate as long as I am able with FAITH and HOPE that one day we won’t need to walk because we will find a CURE.
What does the 3-Day family mean to you?
The 3-Day family, my 3-Day family, means the world to me. Each and every walker, crew member, volunteer, and staff member inspires me to be a better person. Our family not only supports each other at walk time but helps celebrate successes and provides prayers and support during challenging times. We may not all be related by blood, but we are the true definition of family!
How does your word of the year connect to the 3-Day?
The commitment we see from our 3-Day family and our supporters proves to me that we all have FAITH that one day we will find a cure. Our FAITH in what we are doing gives us the strength to keep the fight going. We see the impact we are having, and we all have committed to never giving up!
If you could share a message with the Pink Bubble, what would it be?
A heartfelt thank you from me to you! I see you, I hear you, I fight with you, and I CARE! Your dedication to the cause is inspiring. While life looks different right now and we have yet again been told the 3-Day events have been impacted by the pandemic, I believe our Pink Bubble is stronger than ever. We continue to show up, even from afar, to help fight this horrible disease. We come together and walk 60 miles, event after event, because we know our fundraising is making a difference. Many of us will hopefully be together in San Diego in November, but no matter what happens, please have FAITH in our cause and continue the fight. I am filled with gratitude for each of you!
3-Day family, your faith and commitment to finding a cure constantly inspires us. What is helping you keep the faith this year?
Other Word of the Year Blog Posts
Through it all, especially in the Medical Tent, Hal G. shows PERSEVERANCE | April —Word of the Year
Tracie G. is ready to INSPIRE everyone around her in 2021 | March—Word of the Year
Carolyn P.’s Heart is Filled with Generosity in 2021 | February—Word of the Year
Riley W. Chooses To Walk Into 2021 Being GRATEFUL | January—Word of the Year