Relay for Life
A team of Douglas County Democrats supported a great cause, won an award, and had a great time at the May 21-22 Relay for Life in Castle Rock. The Relay, a benefit for the American Cancer Society, started at 2pm Saturday with a barbeque followed by an opening ceremony honoring Douglas County cancer survivors. It ended at 8am Sunday morning with the release of dozens of white doves into the clear morning sky. More than two dozen teams participated in all.The Douglas County Fairgrounds was transformed into a track lined with hundreds of luminaria, candles in decorated paper bags, honoring cancer victims and survivors. Hour by hour through the warm night, team members took turns walking a baton around the track to honor their pledge to donors. The Democrats' team honored more than 30 friends and loved ones who have battled cancer, including two survivors who participated on the team. The 12 team members were joined at various times by their children and well-wishers.
As part of the closing ceremony, the Douglas Democrats were warmly cheered by all the teams as they accepted an award for the best-decorated baton.
We want to thank Pam Moser for organizing the team. This is one of the many activities of our Community Involvement Committee, one of the largest and most active segments of the Douglas Democrats. Through the Committee's many efforts like this one, we work to improve the quality of life for everyone in Douglas County and demonstrate the power of the values of Freedom, Responsibility, and Opportunity. Please contact Sue Carter (303-841-4887) if you would like to get involved.
posted by pdt @ 5/22/2005 10:42:00 AM
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