For decades I've been a Komen supporter because I've known too many people whose lives breast cancer has touched. It never occured to me I'd be paying it forward for myself. However, this year I became the 1 in 8 who is diagnosed with breast cancer. It's been an emotional (and physical) roller coaster, but the love and support I've received has been amazing and appreciated.

Three years ago I did this for fun and for others. This year I'm doing it for myself and my healing journey. Please support me as I commit to an incredible challenge. The Susan G. Komen 3-Day is a 60-mile walk over the course of three days. It will be hard, but it’s not as hard as breast cancer. It’s not as hard as chemo. It’s not as hard as getting bad news at your latest scan. It’s not as hard as saying goodbye. And that’s why I know I have to do this. That’s why I’m walking and why I’m raising money – to end breast cancer forever.