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Well, it’s here. The post I didn’t want to write but probably everyone knew was coming. After today’s appointment with the surgeon’s office and many conversations with my physical therapist, I have officially withdrawn from the Chicago 3-Day for this year. While everyone agrees that I could go and walk a few miles and sweep the rest, they also agree that there is a substantial risk that I will overdo it (they’ve gotten quite used to my personality these last few months) and could set back my hard-earned progress. I love the 3-Day with every part of my heart and I was so looking forward to walking for a 9th time and experiencing it in Chicago (a city I’ve not walked before), but this isn’t my year.

The good news is that because my withdrawal is due to my doctor’s advice, I have requested and received a deferment to next year. So once the 2023 schedule is announced, I will get myself registered and be ready!

I will still gladly accept donations (because I will ALWAYS gladly accept donations) so please don’t let this update keep you from supporting my fundraising. Continue to give if you are able, because the need is still great.

It’s important for you to know that the money you’ve given has already been put to use. That’s one of the many things I love about this event: the money doesn’t just sit in a pot until the walk happens; it comes in and goes right back out to fund scientific grants and assistance programs like the Komen Helpline. Because of your generosity, people are getting their screenings, they are being connected with resources in their local area, they are researching metastatic disease and addressing the inequities in treatment. Amazing work is being done, because you care and because you support me.

I’ve struggled with this decision for two months but I know that each of you loves me and understands.

I was so grateful to find the 3-Day 14 years ago. It has given me a channel to turn my loss and grief in to action and healing. And I continue to be grateful for the amazing people it has brought to my life. Thank you. For all of it. Just, thank you.

~Tisho

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