For those that are just now starting to follow my journey here is the letter that started it all...
Cancer is an awful disease. I
speak on this from a personal experience, because it will not leave my family
alone. Many of you know my story, but for those of you who don’t, I’ll give you
a short overview: Cancer has been a part
of the Jennings’ lives for a while now. My maternal grandmother died of cancer
in 2009, my mom died of breast cancer in 2011, my dad’s cousin died of lung
cancer in 2012, 2 of my mom’s uncles & an aunt had colon cancer, and four
other aunts of hers have breast cancer, one of who just recently passed away in
January of this year.
Because cancer has impacted
our lives so heavily, my family regularly participates in numerous cancer
fundraisers and volunteer opportunities. This year, however, we wanted to do
something different and unique.
I have decided to once again
donate my hair to Pantene Beautiful Lengths with a cut-off date of May 18,
2013. This program, partners with the American Cancer Society to distribute
FREE real-hair wigs to women with cancer. Not only am I going to donate my hair
I am going to give my friends and family the opportunity to guess how long my
hair will grow by donation time. By guessing my hair length people will have
the opportunity to win prizes, and even cut off a portion of my hair!
On December 18, 2012, I had
my hair straightened and measured; the longest layer was 7.5 inches, the
shortest layer was 5.5 inches. Between now and May 18, my hair will be protected
and maintained regularly to ensure maximum growth.
For every guess, I am asking for
a $10.00 donation. The individual closest to the correct length by the cut-off
date will win 1-month of personal training along with a 1-year gym membership
from iResolve Fitness (Columbus, OH) or a gift basket valued at $100.00. In the
event of a tie, the individual who guesses the amount closest to the total
amount raised will win. For those that are interested in cutting off a portion
of my ponytail, the minimum donation is $100.00. Of course if you would just
like to make a monetary contribution, then any amount is appreciated.
All the money raised from
this event will be given to the American Cancer Society and Susan G. Komen.
This journey called life has
been a rollercoaster of emotions but I am so blessed and thankful to have a
strong support system around me. I would like to thank you for playing a role
in my life whether it was by encouraging me, supporting me, praying for me, or
just talking me through this. I am excited about the possibility of being able
to contribute to a cause that is so near to my heart, and I hope that you will
consider supporting me in this endeavor.
Sincerely,
Kimberly Jennings
P.S.- If you would like to donate you can do so through the secure portal on this blog or by contacting me for address information.
