Support me at Race for the Cure

I recently accepted the challenge to raise funds to support the Komen Orange County Race for the Cure® on September 23, 2007 in the fight against breast cancer. I personaly know 2 friends that have won the battle and want show my support for them and others. How many people do you know?

1 in 8 women will be stricken with breast cancer in her lifetime and the more we raise, the more the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation can give back to fund vital breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs in our own community.

Please join me in the fight by pledging in support of my participation in the Race or contributing generously to Komen Orange County. Your tax-deductible contribution will fund innovative outreach and awareness programs for medically underserved communities in Orange County and national breast cancer research.

It is fast and easy to support this great cause- you can make a donation online by simply clicking on the link to my personal donation page at the bottom of this message. If you would prefer there is also a downloadable form to send in donations through the mail.

Whatever you can give will make a difference in the lives of many. I truly appreciate your generosity and will keep you posted on my progress.

Thank you so much for your time and support in the fight against breast cancer.

http://ocraceforthecure.kintera.org/aprilblankenship

Summer Backpacking

August 11th-12th

Jason and I headed up the Mesyan Lake Trailhead to grass lake for a relaxing weekend in the mountains. This trail starts in Lone Pine, CA in the Sierra Mountains right next to Mt. Whitney. Hannah, our dog, loves to hike and backpack and wishes we got out more! It was a much needed R&R in the back country.

Planning the wedding took up much of our time and didn't leave much for our hobbies. We are now back to our busy life of hiking, backpacking, rock climbing and diving after becoming Mr.& Mrs. Jason and April Blankenship.



Hannah had fun swimming in the lake and playing fetch with Jason. Most of the weekend was spent sleeping, reading, taking pictures and relaxing by the lake.