Sharing my platform with Twin Cities Nights Rotary members! Yesterday I had the opportunity to present my platform, “Get Your Rear in Gear: Colon Cancer Awareness and Prevention” to the Twin Cities Nights Rotary Club. The club is well-known for its volunteer service activities that serve not only the local community, but other parts of the world. The members I met yesterday were passionate, dedicated...

Getting ready for my next spa treatment with Michelle Sturm, owner of The Salon for You! I am so lucky to count The Salon for You! Spa & Salon as one of my wonderful sponsors this year.   Tucked away in a cozy building in St. Paul’s cathedral district, The Salon for You! is truly a gem and the perfect place for salon services, luxurious spa treatments, and products from their spa boutique. I...

With St. Paul Sunrise Rotary President Elect, Steve Baker Every Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m. a dedicated group of business owners, professionals, and entrepreneurs from across the metro area gather in St. Paul. The members of the St. Paul Sunrise Rotary serve their community through numerous events, fundraisers, and service projects. Last week, I was honored to speak about my platform, “Get Your...

Kicking off the 2010 Get Your Rear in Gear Committee with Colon Cancer Coalition President Kristin Tabor Last week I attended the Colon Cancer Coalition’s kick-off meeting for the 2010 Get Your Rear in Gear Committee. The Get Your Rear in Gear 5K races raise awareness about colon cancer prevention in communities across the country.  At the meeting I had the opportunity to meet colon cancer survivors...

It is my pleasure to count Slingshot T-Shirts as another sponsor of my colon cancer prevention efforts this year.  As you might imagine, their specialty is the all-American t-shirt! Whether you have a preference for  rock and roll t-shirts, superhero t-shirts, or Junk Food t-shirts (an ultra-comfortable brand), there will likely be something from Slingshot T-Shirts that’s tailored just for you! Music ...

I am thrilled to count Annie Oakley Perfumery among my wonderful sponsors this year. Offering fresh, all natural perfumes and body products, Annie Oakley is the perfect place to find gift ideas for women and men alike. And because it is the only perfume company whose products are created and packaged in the United States, your gift is sure to be unique! I love the clean, simple quality of Annie Oakley’s...

Sharing my platform with the President of the East Side Lions Club This week I was honored to speak to the St. Paul East Side Lions about my platform, Get Your Rear in Gear: Colon Cancer Awareness and Prevention. The Lions gave me a warm welcome and updated me on their active volunteering in the community.  I shared my family’s story and spoke about the 3 key steps we can take to prevent colon...

Last Friday I was honored to volunteer at Rosenthal Furniture’s annual art benefit. This year’s benefit was held to support the Colon Cancer Coalition and their wonderful work organizing the Get Your Rear in Gear races nationwide. I had so much fun selling raffle tickets and meeting other Coalition staff and supporters! Selling raffle tickets with Colon Cancer Coalition staff Malia and...

Last Wednesday I had the honor of speaking at a benefit concert for the Colon Cancer Coalition. Held at the Fine Line Music Cafe, the event featured local musicians Tim Mahoney, Toni Lindgren and Janani Logendran. I’m happy to report that the event was a HUGE success! Promoting colon cancer prevention with Avril Jones, President of Maverick Consulting, and Mistress of Ceremonies Roshini Rajkumar Colon...

Today I had the honor of representing St. Paul at the Cancer Summit 2009, hosted by the Minnesota Cancer Alliance and sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A highlight of the conference was a speech by Ruth Edstrom, a 10-year stage 4 colon cancer survivor. Her story was moving and inspiring, especially in light of my stepdad’s own stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis. I also attended two sessions...