From me to you

After all of the hard work our Big Climb team assembled yesterday at the Columbia Tower in Seattle. Walking up 4th Avenue before the climb looking at Seattle's tallest building (75 or so stories) Yvonne, Mikhael and I made but one comment- it sure is high! We had two groups, one  group raced for time, a larger group climbed with cowbell accompaniment. The fastest time was turned in by Marcus Long- 10.08 one of the top times all day. The winner was just over 7 minutes. Climbers didn't keep time, but most of the climbers spent between 15 and 25 minutes climbing to the top.   Before the climb we took our team photo, had a chance to sign up to be on the national bone marrow donor program, visit, and collect goodies. We had a few folks who couldn't make it, so our team's largest benefactor (Stephanie) and her two children were able to don team shirts and climb with us!

After the climb we arrived on the 73rd floor observation deck to some welcome fans (blowing air type) and beautiful views of the Puget Sound and Seattle. We eventually went to the 40th floor and another observation room with treats and water. All along the way there were motivational stories and much camaraderie.

 
Most of the team made it to our victory lunch at the Pyramid by Safeco field. We were able to get a private room and share stories like true champions.
   Thank you to everyone who helped, contributed, and supported the team. Team "I got a fever" stood out as the sharpest team at the event! We also eclipsed our fund raising goal every day for the past month- I wouldn't be surprised if we move to 6th or 7th in team fund raising (out of over 500 teams!)-  well over $13,000 by the time the fund raising stops April 9th.

"From me to you" was a big hit in the U.K. in 1963-1964. One of the first Beatles "Hits" it is a simple love song written by both John and Paul on a bus trip while they were touring. I go into my last Chemo session today, and will hopefully be done with chemo by Friday. Live Happy- Greg