After attending the fish fry at Sumpter Health Clinic, I decided to burn off the calories by taking a hike through Cypress Gardens. I've only been to Cypress Gardens once that I can recall. It was for my senior prom. I really didn't spend any time hiking the trails or enjoying the butterfly gardens on that trip. This time I wasn't in a tuxedo, and I had my camera gear with me. I started in the gift shop/visitors center and quickly moved to the butterfly gardens. After pausing for a second to wonder why there was a 'don't touch the duck' sign on the door, I went in and started to take … [Read more...]
Sumpter Free Health Clinic
May 16, 2011 by
I enjoy every email or call I get about the Sumpter Free Health Clinic. In one of the last emails Judy Burke told me about a fish fry and car wash fundraiser the clinic was having on a weekend. I love a fish fry, and knowing the proceeds go to a good cause made it all the better. The event was being held at the clinic which meant I would finally get a chance to go inside. I spent some time eating good food and having great conversation with others who came out to the event. After I ate and had my car washed, Judy gave me a tour of the clinic. The building (Sumpter Chapel) was donated by … [Read more...]
Relay for Life – Brandy Joiner
May 10, 2011 by
Brandy is the other person I interviewed from the CPM team. Her reasons for Relay: In Honor, In Memory, In Support. … [Read more...]
Relay for Life – Cindy Lookabill-Hall
May 10, 2011 by
When I walked up to Cindy with my recording equipment, she asked if I was looking for a message about Relay. I told her I was, and she immediately said she wanted to do it. I'm glad I wandered by her tent. Her words reminded me that life isn't easy, but we should try to give back all the good we get. … [Read more...]
Relay for Life – Darrell and Debbie
May 10, 2011 by
Cancer is a disease that has an immeasurable impact on families. It's fitting then that Relay for Life is a family event. Darrell and Debbie were just one of many families that came out to the event to celebrate and honor their loved ones. … [Read more...]
Relay for Life – Dawn Chubb
May 10, 2011 by
I interviewed Dawn at the Hanahan Elementary camp site. I cannot stress how impressed I am by the number of teachers who are involved with Relay for Life. They teach in the the class room and teach by example. … [Read more...]
Relay for Life – Deb Walworth
May 10, 2011 by
At Relay I saw Deb at the Rotary Club camp site taking pictures of cancer survivors and getting stories, pictures and messages in honor of those who have passed from cancer. We struck up a conversation where she shared her families story with cancer and how the research of the American Cancer Society has directly benefited her. … [Read more...]
Relay for Life 2011
May 9, 2011 by
In between posting podcasts from Relay for Life, I wanted to share some of my pictures. I am taking a break for tonight. Enjoy the podcasts and pictures. I'll finish tomorrow night. [smugmug url="http://dpack.smugmug.com/hack/feed.mg?Type=gallery&Data=16950120_J7Scwk&format=rss200" imagecount="12" start="1" num="9" thumbsize="Th" link="image" captions="false" sort="false" window="false" smugmug="true" size="L"] … [Read more...]
Relay for Life – Laura Ellis
May 9, 2011 by
I met Laura Ellis in 2010 when she chaired the Relay for Life committee. She had other commitments this year, but she definitely was still involved with the event. After I had a wonderful bbq sandwich at her campsite, she shared her reasons for participating for Relay for Life. As with many people, her participation is a family affair. … [Read more...]
Relay for Life – Lori Pourciaux-Smith
May 9, 2011 by
Lori was part of the Goose Creek High School team. The team only formed a few days before the event when Lori's daughter was asked to sing the national anthem in the starting ceremonies. Even though Lori and her daughter were both new to Relay for Life, they were very enthusiastic about the event. I expect to see both of them next year. … [Read more...]