Diane Legg's PMC

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MY PMC Total

$10,375.08

PMC TOTAL

$10,375.08

GOAL

$10,000.00

Over the Rainbow

My oldest son, Dean, wrote the following essay while applying for college in 2013. The question was what would he find at the end of his rainbow. As an avid fisherman the first 3 paragraphs didn't surprise me, but the last two did. I shared this essay with Team LUNGSTRONG and the researchers at Dana Farber Cancer Institute as I wanted them to understand the impact that they were having on an 18 year boy....I thought it appropriate to share here as well.

"Over the rainbow, twelve steps forward and two to the right lays an undeveloped pond of medium stature. This small body of water is spring fed with clear mountain water, has a dark bottom, some fallen trees and rocks line one side while reeds line another. A small sandy beach faces the sun, and a quiet brook flows out the opposite end. There is no wind, no waves, and only a ripple when a fish snags a bug or a leaf lands on the reflective surface. The air is fresh and clean, it smells of spring. There is no sound of cars, only a croak of a frog or call of a loon permeates the barely audible gurgle of the water flowing out through the brook. The sand is warm to the touch and the sun warms ones soul.

My humble fishing skiff is always awaiting its master’s return with its rusty nuts and sensitive engine. My fishing rod casts its self as an extension of my arm as we are hardly ever separated. The cork grip fits my hand as a painter’s brush fits their own. Fishing in this pond never gets boring, there is always a beautiful bronze back ready to slurp up my lure in the rocks or a mossy back to do the same in the reeds. And when I tire of small and large mouth bass, the elusive trout hides beneath the surface of the brook.

A short distance away is a log cabin with smoke curling its way up to the sky. Here my family can gather for a warm meal and some friendly competition. There is a guest bedroom so that our friends who know the way can stop in for a visit. Just behind the cabin is a private chair lift so the winter months can be filled with the snowy delight of skiing.

Back out front there is a pine needle path that lazily winds its way to the beach. Here amongst the sand is an Adirondack chair. Here my mom can enjoy the sun and work on her never ending list of books. The clean air and magical qualities over the rainbow, twelve steps forward and two to the right, heal her lungs. Here the nine years of lung cancer fades away and becomes nothing more than a memory. Here our family remains unbroken and without worries.

Over the rainbow, twelve steps forward and two to the right, is a long way away but I strive to create my own rainbow. Through hard work, determination, good friends, and a little luck, the place over the rainbow may eventually be pieced together. After 17 years my rainbow is still short, but I feel it is headed in the right direction."

Team LUNGSTRONG and the researchers at Dana Farber are helping make this boy's end of the rainbow dream become a reality! Thanks for making a difference in the fight against Lung Cancer! Thanks for supporting this work!

Diane

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Facebook Fundraisers	$1,255.00
salvatore caraviello	$25.00
James J Tello Betsy said you're the best ~ Go get em!	$25.00
Irene Caulfield	$100.00
Jennifer T Durham Betsy said you're the best!	$25.00
Andrea Ferris Congratulations Diane!	$500.00
Joanne Masone Diane, you are a rockstar! You make things happen. Without you, Tricia may have died 5 years ago instead of (almost) 1. I appreciate that gift more than words can say!!	$75.00
Terry and Janet Brooks Congratulations, Diane and David on yet another great ride!! You are awe inspiring ??	$50.00
Sarah Vossler I love you so much!!!! You make the world a better place and I love being your niece xoxo	$20.00
Courtney Florian Such an amazing accomplishment on every front .... So proud Love you! Court
Anne Ferguson
Marlen Clark Diane - You are so fantastic, strong and resilient! Will be thinking of you and the team as you ride!!	$1,000.00
Toby Kaminkow Diane - You are an inspiration! What an honor to know you and Dave! Congratulations! ??
Christopher Estberg Thank You so much for your continued dedication! Maureen was riding with you I am sure!	$100.00
Patricia Carlino Good Luck David & Diane on your ride. Love Aunt Pat	$25.00
Sarah Ondaatje
Anonymous Go Dianne!!! You are remarkable!!! We love what your doing and are behind you all the way! Love, K. Walsh and Family.
John and Stephanie Sinkus Enjoy your ride Diane - we'll be with you in spirit!	$250.00
David & Carolyn Delgizzi Hope you and Dave and the rest of the team have a great ride! You are truly inspirational	$250.00
Mary Morrison Best of luck with your ride. I’ll be thinking of you!
Margie Sydlowski Have a great ride!
Nancy Medina With you in spirit !
Julia Steer So glad to hear from you to remind me to send a donation. Best blessings, Julia	$25.00
Julie & Steve Ogden We will be thinking of you and cheering you both/all on this weekend!
Tom Esposito Diane Good Luck !!! Great Job	$120.00
Bethany Hallinan Have a great ride! You all are amazing!	$50.00
sheila stehlin
Sara Wilson We are all sending you love and cheering for you and Dave this weekend! Love, The Wilson Family	$500.00
Sherri Miller Just keep biking! We are so proud of you! Xoxo Sherri & Alan	$100.00
Anonymous	$250.00
Nicole Schildcrout Ride on!! and best of everything to you all!!	$50.00
Barbara Kane Diane, I appreciate all you do for lung cancer since my husband Joe passed away almost 17years ago. Thank you!	$100.00
James Bay Go Diane! Thank you! Thank you!	$100.00
Jean Mcgrath Good luck Diane/dave	$200.00
Jamie Marvel Diane and Dave, you are both amazing! Have a safe and wonderful ride!!
Georgia Johnson Go, Diane & Dave! You guys and what you do are amazing! Thank you so, so much. Bruce & Georgia Johnson
Bev King
Sally Chandler	$50.00
Anonymous Do Diane and Dave! Thanks for all you do.
Anne Deconinck You've got this!!! You're amazing!
Deidre Malloy Its is now 18 years I am lung cancer survivor. Grateful for life and for me it was MGH.who has continued to save my life .I thank u u all deeply for your commitment to the cause of curing lung Cance	$60.00
Jennifer Daileanes May the sun warm your soul & the wind cool your face as you ride to PTown in glory next weekend! Best of luck to you & Dave and the crew. So proud of all that you do for cancer research. Be blessed!
Karen Lamanuzzi Your dedication is so amazing and inspirational! Good luck on your ride!! We love you both!!!	$50.00
Ellen Mcwade You are such an inspiration.	$100.00
Ellen Slone You ride for all of us. Ellen Slone	$250.00
Anonymous You go girl! What you’ve accomplished is incredible
Mark Claflin Have a good ride!	$50.00
Sara Freedman Hope the weather is perfect, but know either way you'll be surrounded by so much love. So proud of you and the Lungstrong Team!	$250.00
Sara Freedman Hope the weather is perfect, but know either way you'll be surrounded by so much love. So proud of you and the Lungstrong Team!	$250.00
Christopher Lipsett Good luck Dave and Diane! We are very proud to support our amazing cousins each and every year! ---Chris, Naomi, Savannah & Maya	$250.00
McGrath Bissaillon
Dennis Durham God Bless and ride safe!	$25.00
Richard Xu	$25.00
Anonymous Thank you and enjoy the ride! Judy and Rick Nichols

My History

2019	$10,375.08	Wellesley to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2018	$8,002.25	Wellesley to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2017	$8,334.00	Wellesley to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2016	$8,613.00	Wellesley to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2015	$7,200.00	Wellesley to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2014	$6,920.00	Wellesley to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2013	$6,975.00	Wellesley to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2012	$9,700.00	Wellesley to Bourne (1-Day, Sat)
2011	$25.00	PMC Fundraiser

Diane Legg's PMC

Diane Legg's PMC

MY PMC Total

$10,375.08

PMC TOTAL

$10,375.08

GOAL

$10,000.00

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