Geraldine's Climb for Clean Air 2004
WHEN YOU CAN’T BREATHE, NOTHING ELSE MATTERS….
Who even thinks about breathing? After all, it is just a natural automatic thing that we all do to stay alive.
Well, think about it for a second.
Do you know anybody that smokes or has asthma?
I am sure the answer to this is YES.
This is all around us. Regrettably, more adults and kids, than you can even think, present serious lung diseases to the point where they do have to think about this so normal thing to do called: BREATHING.
That is the reason why I am extremely pleased to announce that I will be climbing Mount Rainier this July in support of the Climb for Clean Air. This event will help raise money for:
Research to find cures for lung diseases such as asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, lung cancer, tuberculosis, and cystic fibrosis;
Summer camps for children with asthma;
Programs to reduce tobacco use among teens;
Advocacy and education programs to improve air quality (Remember we all breathe the same air!).
This event is organized by The American Lung Association of Washington and consists of a 2 day trek. My fellow climbers and I will initially hike to Camp Muir (10,060 feet) where we will catch a few hours of rest. At midnight, roped together, we will attempt the snow capped Summit (14,350 feet) and return in a single excursion.
The combination of raising money for such a worthy cause and such considerable physical achievement makes this experience rewarding in many ways. I am really thrilled to be participating in this event, and know that the wonderful part of it is that this is not a solo effort.
You can help me help those who can’t breathe normally by donating a little bit of your time and a little bit of money. I have to raise a minimum of $3,500 by May 28th in order to see this through to the top. All contributions are 100% tax deductible and most importantly go to an EXCELLENT cause.
On behalf of The American Lung Association and myself, I’d like to express my greatest appreciation for your generosity. The important work of the American Lung Association depends on people like you. Please pass this on to a friend and thanks again,
Gratefully yours
Geraldine
Who even thinks about breathing? After all, it is just a natural automatic thing that we all do to stay alive.
Well, think about it for a second.
Do you know anybody that smokes or has asthma?
I am sure the answer to this is YES.
This is all around us. Regrettably, more adults and kids, than you can even think, present serious lung diseases to the point where they do have to think about this so normal thing to do called: BREATHING.
That is the reason why I am extremely pleased to announce that I will be climbing Mount Rainier this July in support of the Climb for Clean Air. This event will help raise money for:
Research to find cures for lung diseases such as asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, lung cancer, tuberculosis, and cystic fibrosis;
Summer camps for children with asthma;
Programs to reduce tobacco use among teens;
Advocacy and education programs to improve air quality (Remember we all breathe the same air!).
This event is organized by The American Lung Association of Washington and consists of a 2 day trek. My fellow climbers and I will initially hike to Camp Muir (10,060 feet) where we will catch a few hours of rest. At midnight, roped together, we will attempt the snow capped Summit (14,350 feet) and return in a single excursion.
The combination of raising money for such a worthy cause and such considerable physical achievement makes this experience rewarding in many ways. I am really thrilled to be participating in this event, and know that the wonderful part of it is that this is not a solo effort.
You can help me help those who can’t breathe normally by donating a little bit of your time and a little bit of money. I have to raise a minimum of $3,500 by May 28th in order to see this through to the top. All contributions are 100% tax deductible and most importantly go to an EXCELLENT cause.
On behalf of The American Lung Association and myself, I’d like to express my greatest appreciation for your generosity. The important work of the American Lung Association depends on people like you. Please pass this on to a friend and thanks again,
Gratefully yours
Geraldine