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  1. 10-17-2005, 4:46 PM #1
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    Woodworking for Cancer Research - Update

    I just returned from an exciting weekend of woodworking. We went to ASWR and build pieces which in the near future will be auctioned off to benefit cancer research - a disease which touches us all.

    Here are a few photos...some I know you will recognize



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    Patty, Steve, Mac, Tampa Tom, Anna, Dana (ASWR) Gail



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    The weekend was all about Teamwork...



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    We accomplished a lot during the weekend, a few more hours finishing and they will be ready to be auctioned off...specific details to follow.

    I was happy to be a part of it.
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  3. 10-17-2005, 6:56 PM #2
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    Congratulations on a great effort for a worthy cause.

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    Great post Gail, and an outstanding cause to boot. The projects look like they will pull in a fair amount of funds for the cause. Well done
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    Nice work, Gail.
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  6. 10-17-2005, 8:53 PM #5
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    That's awesome Gail!!
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    Very cool Gail! Nice work.

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  8. 10-17-2005, 9:30 PM #7
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    Great work for a great cause, that equals great people! nice work and thanks for sharing.

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  9. 10-17-2005, 9:56 PM #8
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    Way to go Gail and a great team! Wonderful work for an even better cause.
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  10. 10-17-2005, 10:15 PM #9
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    A fine cause indeed! I lost my mom to the silent killer. Nice of all of you to donate your time and talents!
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    Thank you, Gail. Trust me, the state of funding is not pleasant right now...Dr. SWMBO does cancer research and the past few years have been brutal when it comes to money. Priorities are elsewhere it seems. Your efforts are appreciated in this house!
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    Kudos, Gail. Nice work and for a great cause.

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    Gail,

    Great post. It's heartwarming to see the cooperation for a worthy cause. That's what "community" is all about.

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    What fun! It's cool to see everyone working together on the same projects. Great cause....you're probably saving my life....later.
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    Thanks everyone...when my mom died when I was 17 from cancer, for years it left me with the feeling like cancer was so final and that I could do nothing to stop it. As I get older I realize that there are things that we can do, however big and small to make a difference. It is exciting for me to take something that I am so passionate about and do something so valuable.

    I appreciate the encouragement and support.

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    That's just good stuff!! Thanks Gail!

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