Saturday -- Day 2

Okay... I'm having trouble with blogspot. I have no idea what it's doing, but it won't let me do captions right now....

These pictures ended up all mixed up -- sorry! The one on bottom is of me with my friend Janis from Amarillo. We both walked last year as well. Janis walks in memory of her mom. The one of the guy in the pink bra is of the guy that won the Karaoke contest. Really, it wasn't much of a contest. All the girls were swooning before he started taking his shirt off. After the sight of that pink bra, the other contestants didn't even stand a chance.

Check out the "Biggs Family" sign. We didn't know those people at all -- apparently there was another Biggs family on the walk. But I sure enjoyed taking a picture with their sign!!!

Saturday was a LONG day. Day 2 is always the hardest. We walked through Addison up around Carrollton and back. But we did it. My foot held up for the entire trip. And when I was done, I knew I could do Day 3.

M'Lys had flown in Friday night, and she and A'Lise joined our team as our "Walker Stalkers" on Saturday. They came complete with Donuts and caffeine -- just what we needed, when we needed it!!! A'Lise's car is in one of the pictures above.

As we walked on Day 2, we passed a couple of walkers who were walking alone and seemed to be having a rough time of it. I'd ask them if they were walking alone, and if they were, I'd hand them one of the foam tiaras with my Mom's picture. I'd ask them if she could walk with them. And then I'd walk away fast before I just lost it. Suzi lost it, too.

The highlight of Day 2 was auditioning for a role in the 3-Day commercials. Suzi went with me and we made the casting director cry -- think that will help?? If we get chosen, it's really cool -- they'll fly us to L.A. this weekend. Of course, bajillions of people tried out, and they probably all made her cry. But it was still cool. The photographer took us out on the lawn and shot a bunch of still shots for publicity stuff. So you may be seeing us somewhere!

After all that, I got to the showers really late, and there wasn't a huge supply of hot water left.

Then, I went to the Memory Tent. It was beautiful. I signed the tent for Mom and then wrote in the memorial journal. That was really hard. I'm so glad God put it on Suzi's heart to be with me every step of the way. She was with me every step of the 60 miles, and she was there for me when I came out of that tent. And I needed that.

Friday -- Day 1

Friday we got out to Southfork Ranch WAY early in the morning. It was still
dark and so very cold, but I was so excited to be there and ready to start walking.

Here we are trying to stay warm!!! It was about 42 degrees outside -- not nearly warm enough for this girl -- especially since I was wearing a running skirt!

Jenne Fromm is this year's 3-Day spokeperson and a cancer survivor.









As you can see, there is some very creative attire at the 3-Day!


The Survivor's Circle at Opening Ceremonies.

JR even put up a pink ribbon for us!

And it was fun to see the "Tammies" again this year!

We found a new friend in Downtown Plano.

Here we are with one of the 20 celebration flags that were passed among the walkers.

By the time we finished, poor Shannon was no longer smiling about blister care.... But, hey! Blisters don't need Chemo!



e wall of hearts where people wrote the names of the loved ones they were walking for.

Suzi & her hearts.

Every team needs a speed demon. Kathy was ours.

Towards the end of Day 1. Still Smiling!

Coming into camp on Day 1.

Amber & I by the Day 1 sign.

Overall, Friday was a tough day. The walking part was easy. But I felt really weighted down by grief. But Mom was definitely there. I had made little foam Tiaras for everyone on our team to wear. They had a picture of her on the front and a scripture on the back. Each of the walkers on our team had one, but unfortunately they weren't as sturdy as I had hoped they would be. They would come untied and fall off or whatever.

As we came through the cheering station in Plano, I had thought a couple of friends were going to be there, but something must have come up. I was kind of down about that. Then, as we started up Alma, out of the corner of my eye I saw someone wearing one of the Tiaras with Mom's picture. "That's my Mom!" But it took a minute for me to put it together since I had no idea who this woman was. She had found it and picked it up. She asked if I wanted it, and I told her I'd like her to keep it.

At lunch, another of the Tiaras showed up on another walker. It was so cool!

We got through Day 1 just great. We managed to convince Nichole to take a few of the shuttles since her baby is due in March. And Amber's knee was hurting quite a bit. I was pretty sure all along I could get through Day 1. It was 2 and 3 I was worried about.

Friday evening I picked up all the cards that ya'll had sent. I loved them all -- it meant so much to read them. I just stood in the line for the medical tent and cried and cried while I waited to get ice for my foot. I cried and cried a lot this year, but it was a good thing.

Friday night was FREEZING. I was so cold in my tent -- my sleeping bag was only rated to 42 degrees, and it got down to 38. YIKES. About 2:30 in the morning, some guy drove by honking and yelling, "I love Boooobieeees!!!" Shortly thereafter, all the people he woke up had to head to the porta potties. At this point, though, toilet paper could still be easily found.

I vowed to find a new sleeping bag....

Tomorrow! Tomorrow!!!

We head to Dallas tomorrow!!! The 3-Day is just two days away!!!!

(If you didn't sing that in your head as you read it, you should back up and read it again! :-))

I can hardly believe it's almost here! The boob-mobile is loaded and ready to go. Suzi and I are leaving about 12:30 tomorrow. If you're in Dallas, we'll be looking for you at Double Dave's!!!

To date, our team has raised over $33,000 for breast cancer research and awareness campaigns -- and we're not done!!! I'll be live-blogging as I can along the way.

As Paul Harvey says, "Stay tuned for news..."

Lean 'N Green Chili

Hey!
Wanted to share this recipe with ya'll -- one of my faves. We had it for dinner tonight.

Hugs,
d.


Lean 'N Green Chili

8 (6-inch) corn tortillas, divided
2 tsp. vegetable oil, divided
1 c. chopped poblano chile peppers (1-2 medium) or green bell pepper
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 garlic clove, pressed
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) 99% fat-free chicken broth
2 cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/4 cups salsa verde (green salsa) or 1 can (10 ounces) green chile enchilada sauce
2 Tbs. snipped fresh cilantro

Preheat oven to 400. Cut four of the tortillas into 1/2-inch strips and toss with 1 tsp. of the oil. Spread in a single layer on a cookie sheet and bake 10-12 minutes or until crisp, stirring once. Remove from oven.

Meanwhile, remove membranes and seeds from chile peppers and chop them. (Tonight I just used two small cans of green chilies.) Chop onion. Cut chicken into 3/4-inch pieces; toss with cumin. (Tonight I just used two roasted chickens from Wal-Mart, rather than cooking the chicken in cumin. I did mix the cumin with my onions and green chilies.) Coarsely grate the remaining tortillas and set aside.

Heat remaining 1 tsp. oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken (I skipped this step for the chicken tonight); cook and stir 5 minutes. Remove chicken and add chili peppers, onion and garlic. Cook and stir 3 minutes.

Put chicken, chili mixture, broth, beans, salsa and grated tortillas in a crock pot. Cook on low several hours.

Snip cilantro and stir into chili. Serve chili topped with baked tortilla strips.

Yields 6 servings at about 1 1/4 cups each. Calories 260, Total Fat 3.5 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Carbs 32 g, Protein 25 g, Sodium 850 mg, Fiber 5 g.

Weight Watchers: 5 pts.

3-Day Route

Check it out!

http://07.the3day.org/atf/cf/%7BAF27DE03-5606-4749-812D-8FB17709092B%7D/3DAY_JOURNEY_DFW_FP.PDF?tr=y&auid=3111588

Why I do what I do....

The 3-Day has a message board for walkers -- a place where we can share ideas, tips, etc.

This was posted this weekend....

On Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2007, Sheri West Lewis lost her battle with breast cancer, but it was a win/win situation for her. She won because now she lives in a world without breast cancer. She is in heaven, walking on streets of gold, and watching over everyone that is involved in anyway with the breast cancer 3 day walk and the Susan G Komen For the Cure. She was very involved in both. She counseled with patients that were diagnosed with the disease and help them begin their battle to survive.

Sheri walked in the 2006 Dallas - Ft. Worth breast cancer 3day walk, she walked 40 of the 60 miles, after having taken a chemo treatment on Monday before walk began, and took another one on the Monday after the walk on Sunday. Sheri was on the SOLE SISTERS team last year and this year and will be so missed this year. Sheri was an active part of the opening and closing cermonies of the 2006 3day walk, and was featured in the inspirational video the 3day group used to recruit new walkers/crew members for 2007.

Sheri was a loving mother to her 9 year old daughter, a devoted wife to Steve, and was adored by her parents, Gary (crew member 2006 & 2007) and Nacia (walker 2006 & 2007) West. Her mom went with her to an orientation meeting in 2006 and ended up signing up to walk as well. Her parents are still planning on walking/crewing in Dallas next week. Gary is crew chief for camp logistics this year and when you see him as you walk around camp, be sure and give him a big hug and thank him for his dedication to helping find a cure for breast cancer. Nacia will be in tent row A83 - be sure and come by and give her a hug and thank her for determination to keep walking in her daughters honor.

When Sheri was feeling down and depressed over having to fight so hard the last few months to overcome the disease, she would set a timer for 20 minutes to allow herself to cry and feel sorry and ask why, but when the timer went off, she would wash her face and begin to look at things positively and thank God for all that blessings that she had.

Sheri each step that we take this year, will be in your honor. We will keep walking in your honor until the need is no longer. Gary and Nacia, we will be there to help you be strong, to continue on the fight to end breast cancer. Maddie - your mom was an inspiraton to all of us, to everyone that she came in contact with, and I can see her smile in you and know that she loved you so much. So Sheri, while you are in heaven, watch over each walker, we are all walking for you, especially your fellow teammates.We love you and will miss you so much, but your memory will live on forever.


To put a face with Sheri's name, go to: http://07.the3day.org/site/pp.asp?c=pmL6JnO8KzE&b=2182583

Click on the "Inspiration Video."

Sheri and Nacia are about 2/3 of the way through the video. Nacia always reminds me a lot of Aunt Nelva.

Wondering "What's for Dinner?" This Thursday Night??

Team Tiara is hosting a Pizza Party at Double Dave's Pizza this Thursday, October 25. That's right! The night before the Dallas walk! 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Double Daves is located in Allen -- just north of McDermott on the west side of 75 (Central Expressway.) It's located right in the heart of the 3-Day host hotels.

Double Daves will be donating 10% of all register receipts to the 3-Day!

If you aren't able to make it Thursday night, Double Daves will be collecting donations for Team Tiara all weekend next weekend!

If you have questions, please let us know -- dlynbiggs@yahoo.com

Double Daves Allen:209 Central Expressway NorthAllen, Texas 75013214-495-0590

Do you know more than eight women?

Hello All!

I walked about 10 miles today -- not so much to train for the 3-Day but to walk off the Mint Cookies & Cream Milkshake that I grabbed from Chick Fil -A in a moment of sheer weekness.

I know there are some of you that think I'm nuts for doing the 3-Day, but I am determined to do all I can to get the word out about Breast Cancer. And the fact that you don't have to be 77 and a grandma to get it. In fact, you don't even have to be a woman -- men get it, too. And you know what? It doesn't even have to start with a lump.

Have any of you heard of Whymommy? (www.toddlerplanet.wordpress.com) She's a woman in the D.C. area with two boys -- a toddler and a baby. She found out in June that she has a very aggressive type of breast cancer -- Inflammatory Breast Cancer or IBC. Please read on.... If you or anyone you know is experiencing symptoms of this, please see a doctor.

Love ya,
d.

From Whymommy, July 23, 2007:

We hear a lot about breast cancer these days. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetimes, and there are millions living with it in the U.S. today alone. But did you know that there is more than one type of breast cancer?I didn’t. I thought that breast cancer was all the same. I figured that if I did my monthly breast self-exams, and found no lump, I’d be fine.

Oops. It turns out that you don’t have to have a lump to have breast cancer. Six weeks ago, I went to my OB/GYN because my breast felt funny. It was red, hot, inflamed, and the skin looked…funny. But there was no lump, so I wasn’t worried. I should have been. After a round of antibiotics didn’t clear up the inflammation, my doctor sent me to a breast specialist and did a skin punch biopsy. That test showed that I have inflammatory breast cancer, a very aggressive cancer that can be deadly.

Inflammatory breast cancer is often misdiagnosed as mastitis because many doctors have never seen it before and consider it rare. “Rare” or not, there are over 100,000 women in the U.S. with this cancer right now; only half will survive five years. Please call your OB/GYN if you experience several of the following symptoms in your breast, or any unusual changes: redness, rapid increase in size of one breast, persistent itching of breast or nipple, thickening of breast tissue, stabbing pain, soreness, swelling under the arm, dimpling or ridging (for example, when you take your bra off, the bra marks stay – for a while), flattening or retracting of the nipple, or a texture that looks or feels like an orange (called peau d’orange). Ask if your GYN is familiar with inflammatory breast cancer, and tell her that you’re concerned and want to come in to rule it out.

There is more than one kind of breast cancer. Inflammatory breast cancer is the most aggressive form of breast cancer out there, and early detection is critical. It’s not usually detected by mammogram. It does not usually present with a lump. It may be overlooked with all of the changes that our breasts undergo during the years when we’re pregnant and/or nursing our little ones. It’s important not to miss this one.

Inflammatory breast cancer is detected by women and their doctors who notice a change in one of their breasts. If you notice a change, call your doctor today. Tell her about it. Tell her that you have a friend with this disease, and it’s trying to kill her. Now you know what I wish I had known before six weeks ago.You don’t have to have a lump to have breast cancer.

P.S. Feel free to steal this post too. I’d be happy for anyone in the blogosphere to take it and put it on their site, no questions asked. Dress it up, dress it down, let it run around the place barefoot. I don’t care. But I want the word to get out. I don’t want another young mom — or old man — or anyone in between — to have to stare at this thing on their chest and wonder, is it mastitis? Is it a rash? Am I overreacting? This cancer moves FAST, and early detection and treatment is critical for survival.Thank you.

A Pity Party to Rival All Pity Parties....

Okay. I have a confession to make. This has been a rough week. No, this has been an absolutely crappy week. My personal fundraising for the 3-Day is just shy of $10,000. Our team's "official" amount is just shy of $30,000. My cleaning ladies came today. Abbie is settling into the GT class like she's been there all along. I think we've found a church.

But it's still been a crappy week.

You see, I can't find any pictures of my Mom. Wait, I can find pictures of my Mom -- just not ones like what I'm looking for.

You see, I sent a press release into the Snyder paper about the 3-Day. They ran one last year, and I thought they might run one again this year.

I wanted to use a picture of Mom with the girls. I have been through at least a thousand pictures. On the computer. In boxes. In files. Everywhere.

I've got bajillions of pictures of softball and soccer and everything else. I just can't find the perfect picture. And I'm not that picky.

I can't find a single picture of Mom with both the girls that's been taken in the last year. Is that too much to ask for? As near as I can guess, Kait's about 2 in the most recent one I can find.

She's 5 now.

I have some of Abbie with Mom -- I think they're about two years old as well.

If I was a good Mom, I'd have all these scrapbooked, and would have realized there was a gap.

Not a good Mom.

I never thought she'd be gone this soon. I never thought I needed to get those pictures. I never thought I woudn't be able to take them any time I wanted.

And you know what? The most recent picture I can find of just the two of us was at my wedding. TEN YEARS AGO!!!!!

So that's my pity party. I've been trying to tell myself to look at the bright side. At least I have pictures of Mom with the girls. Good ones. I have friends who aren't so lucky.

But I'm still in pity party mode.

This sucks. It really, really sucks.

Training Update

Hello All!

I walked 18 miles on Saturday and another 5 (in the rain) on Sunday. Just wanted to let you know.... If you donated to the 3-Day this year, you're definitely getting your money's worth!

Much Love,
d.

3-Day Supporter Info!

Wow! They released the supporter info last night!!! I'm so excited! I mapped it out -- and I'll tell you, it's far more daunting when you're walking through your old stomping grounds -- and have driven all that way! At least last year, when we were in Arlington and Ft. Worth, I had no idea where we were! One benefit to this.... For the first two days, I'll have a really good idea of when we're "almost there."

Don't Miss the LIVE 3-Day Camp Webcam
Your loved ones are just a click away thanks to the LIVE 3-Day Camp Webcam! The 3-Day Webcam will be available for viewing between the hours of 2:00 pm and 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday during the event. Click here to view the webcam. (Video only. No audio.) If you are trying to view the 3-Day Webcam during its advertised live hours and it is NOT up, please note that we are working to correct the issue.

Before the 3-Day
On-Event Opportunities
Opening Ceremonies
Cheering Stations
While At Home
Closing Ceremonies
After the 3-Day
Download this supporter information in printable PDF format

A Message to You from 3-Day Walkers and Crew Members
As 3-Day participants, we have made a bold commitment. We train. We fight against fatigue. We celebrate taking one more step than we did yesterday. But one thing is certain: we don’t do any of it alone. It is because of you, our family and friends, that we are able to commit our bodies, minds and spirits to embarking on this journey that only takes three days, but makes an impact that lasts a lifetime. So, thank you for being there for us, so that we can be at the Breast Cancer 3-Day to battle breast cancer, honor loved ones and, most importantly, celebrate our lifetimes. Thank you.


Before the 3-Day…Getting ready for the Breast Cancer 3-Day is a big job. Here are some ways to support your walker before the big day arrives.
Help them get ready!
• Fundraising: Help your walker finish their fundraising.
– Host a bake sale.
– Organize a garage sale.
– Ask your family and friends to make a donation.
• Training: Accompany him/her on a training walk!
• Packing: Help your walker pack and lend them some of your camping gear!


It’s not too late to send a letter expressing your love and support to your walker, which we’ll deliver to them on the event at the 3-Day Camp Post Office.
• Envelopes only, please.
No boxes or large packages.
Mail must be postmarked no later than October 12 in order to ensure delivery at the 3-Day Camp Post Office. Any mail that is not retrieved by the walker by November 12 will be destroyed.
Please send letters to:
3-Day Camp Post Office
PMB 3195100 Eldorado Pkwy, Ste 102
McKinney, TX 75070-9127

Make plans for a post-walk celebration.

Get your community group involved!
Whether you are part of a sports team or social club, there are many ways to get involved as a group:
• Be assigned your very own Cheering Station.
• Become Camp Angels and help out by:
– assisting participants with setting up and striking sleeping tents.
– assisting with loading and unloading gear.
• If you are affiliated with a fitness studio, help lead stretching and warm up exercises.
• Entertain walkers with a group performance
– singing, dancing, comedy... anything that is fun!

For more information about any of these exciting opportunities, please contact:
Jen HaganRecruitment Coordinator,
Dallas/Ft. Worth Breast Cancer 3-Day
800.996.3DAY ext 905,
jhagan@event360.com

On-Event Opportunities to be Super Supporters…

The 3-Day begins early Friday morning with Opening Ceremonies. It’s a time to gather as a group and honor loved ones lost, celebrate those who are still with us and remember the purpose of the 3-Day – to remove breast cancer from the path of our dreams. This celebration is not just for participants. Friends and family are highly encouraged to attend. There will be a group stretch to warm-up the body, and inspirational speakers who will warm-up the spirit… all leading up to an exciting and emotional send-off! After the Opening Ceremonies are over, participants will begin walking the 60-mile route and start a journey of a lifetime. It will be made all that more special if you are there to help send them off with smiles and encouragement.

Opening Ceremonies: Friday, October 26
Schedule:
5:00 am – Crew members arrive
6:30 am to 7:00 am – Walkers arrive7:15 am
– Opening Ceremonies begin with community stretching

Location:
Southfork Ranch
3700 Hogge Rd.
Parker, TX 75002

Driving Directions: To get to Southfork, take US Highway 75/Central Expressway to Exit #30, Parker Road. (If heading North, watch for construction signs: the Parker Rd exit is currently closed. Exit Park Rd. and stay on the service road until Parker Rd.) Head east on Parker Road for approximately 5.5 miles. At the intersection of FM 2551 South (also known as Hogge Road or Murphy Road), take a right. Southfork Ranch will be immediately on your left. Enter Gate 5 to park or drop off a participant.

If dropping off a participant, follow event signage: enter Gate 5.

What to bring:
□ Check weather reports. Bring raingear and/or sunscreen if necessary.
□ Digital or video camera
□ Signs or banners to show your support
□ Coffee/snacks

Cheering Stations: Available all three days

Cheering Stations are a great way to show your support along the route to encourage participants and let them know that you are with them every step of the way. Seeing familiar faces cheering them on can provide that extra burst of energy that gets them to take that next step or go the next mile. Create banners, hold up signs, bring some music and make some noise – anything to make them smile, get energized and keep walking. Note: The “Last Chance Cheering Station” (on Day 3) is your last chance to see your walkers before you are reunited with them at Closing Ceremonies.

Day One - Friday, October 26
Mile Marker 9.8
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Collin Creek Crossing
800 - 900 West 15th Street,
Plano(Syms & Hobby Lobby)
Please park in parking spaces closest to 15th St.
Map


Mile Marker 16.1
12:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Lennox Center
1380 W. Campbell Road, Richardson
NE corner of Coit & Campbell
During peak lunch hours, please do not park in front of Mi Cocina or La Madeleine.
Park west of Tom Thumb, near Cappuccino Italian Bistro.
Map

Day Two - Saturday, October 27
Mile Marker 6.1
8:50 am - 11:30 am
Addison Town Center - Target
3730 Beltline Rd, Addison
Park on west side of Target, closest to Marsh.
Map


Mile Marker 18.4
11:45 am - 5:20 pmPrestonwood Town Center - Wal-Mart
15220 Montfort Rd, Dallas, TX
SE corner of Arapaho & Montfort/Knoll Trail
Park North of Wal-Mart-closest to Arapaho.
Map


Day Three - Sunday, October 28
Mile Marker 5
8:35 am - 11:00 am
Royal Green Shopping Center
8499 Royal, Dallas, TX
SE corner of Royal & Greenville.
Walkers will be passing on trail behind the shopping center.
Parking is limited - you may also park at Northwood Park or Harry S. Moss Park if space is available.
Map


Mile Marker 13.5
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Comerica Bank & Lakewood United Methodist Church
2311 Abrams Rd & 2443 Abrams Rd, Dallas, TX
Please park at Lakewood UMC only after 1:30 pm.
Limited parking available.
Map
(LAST CHANCE CHEERING STATION!)


What to bring:
□ Chairs
□ Signs
□ Water guns or spray bottles
□ Snacks and water for yourself
□ Candy or popsicles (for the walkers)
□ Music
□ Kazoos
□ Wigs/costumes
□ Pom poms

No Visitors at the CampsiteOur campsite is meant to be a special place for your walker to relax, reflect and bond with the 3-Day community. To help us maintain a safe, secure and organized campsite for your loved ones, we ask that you respect our “no visitors” policy. Also, if you wish to call your walker or crew member, please do not call after 9:00 pm “lights out,” when camp is a quiet zone.

You can also catch walkers and crew members live and in-action with the 3-Day Camp Webcam! The link can be found at http://www.the3day.org/ >

• Use this as an opportunity to talk to your kids about:
– Community
– Helping others
– Making a difference in the world


Learn the 3-Day “Lingo”:
Here are some words that your walker will probably be saying when they return home. Impress them by learning them ahead of time!
• Pit – Refers to a pit stop along the 3-Day route. This is where walkers can find toilets, snacks, drinks and medical assistance.
• Crew – A volunteer group of registered participants who commit to supporting the event during all three days, working in various capacities (staffing pit stops, setting up tents, etc.)
• 3-Peat – When someone takes part in the Breast Cancer 3-Day for a second (or more!) times.
• Legacy – Refers to the legacy pins you can receive to track, remember and share your 3-Day experiences. The pins showcase a participant’s 3-Day connection and experience – past, present and future, year after year. Together, they make up their 3-Day legacy.
• Survivor Circle – A small group of breast cancer survivors is chosen to participate in the Opening and the Closing Ceremonies. In the Opening Ceremonies, the group stands in a circle on stage – symbolically encircling those we have lost to breast cancer. During Closing Ceremonies, the Survivor Circle walks with and raises the 3-Day flag.
• PJs – Portable toilets
• Holding – Refers to the holding area where all participants gather at the end of Day Three to cheer on fellow walkers before they all proceed, en masse, to Closing Ceremonies.• Sweep Van – A vehicle which travels along the 3-Day route, picking up those who are unable to continue walking.


Take this 3-Day Trivia Challenge:
1. Q: Where do the walkers take a shower?
2. Q: Guess how many rolls of toilet paper are used each day?
3. Q: What was voted the best snack overall?
4. Q: What do you say when you’re about to pass someone walking?
5. Q: What are two of the golden rules on the 3-Day?
6. Q: Why do people walk in the 3-Day?

1. A: In a truck.
2. A: 3,750 rolls!
3. A: Peanut Butter and Jelly Crackers.
4. A: “On Your Left!”
5. A: 1. Be kind. 2. No Whining.
6. A: Because everyone deserves a lifetime.


Closing Ceremonies: Sunday, October 28 at 5:30 pm
After three days and 60 miles, participants will take a final and incredibly emotional victory walk into the Closing Ceremonies. Friends, family and supporters should arrive at the Closing Ceremonies site at least one hour early to get the best view of the program. Please allow extra travel time due to expected congestion at the site.

All walkers and crew members are encouraged to remain in the Participant Holding Area where they will receive a victory shirt, cheer on fellow walkers and crew members and celebrate one last time together before their dramatic victory walk into Closing Ceremonies.

The Participant Holding area is CLOSED to spectators. If you wish to meet with your walker before the Ceremonies begin, please have them meet you at the Spectator Café (near the stage). Just remember that they need to return to the Holding Area no later than 5:00 pm in order to join the victory walk.

Schedule:
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Walkers arrive at Holding Area
5:00 pm: Crew and walkers begin lining up in the Holding Area and receive instructions for final victory walk to the stage and Closing Ceremonies
5:00 pm: Spectators arrive and should head directly to the stage and the Spectator Café
5:30 pm: Closing Ceremonies begin

Location:
Southern Methodist University
6425 Boaz Lane
Dallas, TX 75205

Driving Directions:
From U.S. Highway 75/North Central Expressway:Traveling from the north, take the Lovers Lane/University Boulevard/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn right (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.Traveling from the south, take the Mockingbird Lane/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn left (west). Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.From Dallas North Tollway:Exit Mockingbird Lane and proceed east past Hillcrest Avenue to Bishop Boulevard. Turn left (north) onto the campus. Proceed north 300 feet to Schlegel Street. Turn right to access the Meadows Museum Parking Garage.From IH-30:Traveling from either direction, exit north to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway); the sign indicates “Sherman.” Proceed north for about five miles and take the Mockingbird Lane/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard and turn left (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.From D/FW International Airport:Take the North Exit from the airport to IH-635 (LBJ Freeway). Proceed to U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway) and exit south toward downtown. Proceed about five miles and take the Lovers Lane/University Boulevard/SMU Boulevard exit. Continue on the service road to SMU Boulevard. Turn right (west) onto campus. Moody Parking Garage is at the southeast corner of SMU Boulevard and Airline Road.For directions from other locations and more specific parking details, visit SMU’s website at: http://www.smu.edu/maps/directions.asp.


What to bring:
□ Baggage claim confirmation email
□ Chair
□ Signs/balloons/flowers
□ Snacks and water
□ Sunscreen or umbrella
□ Digital or video camera
□ Picnic dinner!


Upon arrival:
□ Visit the Spectator Café (located near the stage) where you can do the following:
• Sign the tribute banner.
• Make a sign you can hold up at the Ceremonies.
• Create a special gift for your walker.

□ Pick up your participant’s gear bag at “Gear Retrieval Area” and load it into the car. (You must present a copy of the participant’s event confirmation in order to claim their bag.)
□ Secure a good viewing spot near the stage! The closer you are to the stage, the better your view of the program and the victory walk!