June 7, 2009 is "National Cancer Survivor's Day"
I had the opportunity to attend the Connecticut Children's Medical Center's "Cycle of Life 2009" event. It was an extraordinary celebration for children who have survived or who are currently undergoing treatment for cancer. Cycle of Life is a very special day for the young cancer patients and their families in the CCMC's care at the Division of Hematology and Oncology.
The event was held at Saint Joseph College in West Hartford and featured a wide variety of interactive games and activities that center around the major themes of nutrition and exercise. Of course, I LOVE anything that relates to health & fitness (considering it is my platform!) but it was also a great way to celebrate those that have fought and are still fighting the disease and just have some fun!!
All proceeds benefited the REACH for the STARS Survivorship Program.
This beautiful 5 year old girl is a 3 year cancer survivor.
She was the sweetest and most active little girl ever!

The girls posing with Rocky, the Rock Cats' mascot

Cassandra Mastrianni, Miss Wolcott, and me with the reigning Miss CT, Ashley Glenn
Tiffany George, Miss Watertown, volunteered to go in the dunk tank!