Karli U., a cheerleader at John I. Burton, will be walking Friday night in honor of her Great Aunt, Joyce Mills, who was diagnosed with Breast cancer 12 years ago. Karli thinks that it is important to show love and support to those who have fought against breast cancer. She believes that it is courteous to honor those who have fought this battle because, "They're fighting for their life. It is important to show respect and support because you never know if it could be your family next."
John I. Burton's guidance counselor, Melissa Cook, appreciates the idea of recognizing women that have had their life altered by cancer. Mrs. Cook has had six family members diagnosed with breast cancer. Her mother was diagnosed 11 years ago and her aunt was diagnosed five years ago. She thinks the idea of a walk for breast cancer is inspiring and may open people's minds to the importance of awareness as well as early detection.
David LoBiondo, an English teacher at Burton, recently lost his mother to breast cancer. Mr. LoBiondo shared her story:
Mr. Lobiondo's mother lived in Charlottesville, Virginia. Mr. LoBiondo called to ask his mom if she would be able to visit his grandfather who was not doing well. While she was in Norton, she started to feel sick and decided that she needed to go to the hospital. David Lobiondo stated, "They basically told her that she had Stage 4 Breast Cancer and there was not a lot that they could do." Mr. Lobiondo's mother had emergency surgery and had a tumor removed from her neck. "It was breast cancer but it had moved to her back and was now on her neck." said Mr Lobiondo. His mother told him that if anything ever happened to her and she would need to be resuscitated, that she did not want him to do it. He stated that his family had time to mentally prepare for the death of his mother. Although the passing of his mom was very difficult for the family, he is very grateful that she had the chance to meet his daughter, Lilly.
To support those who have been affected by breast cancer, come out to Friday night's game as Burton promotes Breast Cancer Awareness.
Written by: Alex C. and Tiffany A.
John I. Burton's guidance counselor, Melissa Cook, appreciates the idea of recognizing women that have had their life altered by cancer. Mrs. Cook has had six family members diagnosed with breast cancer. Her mother was diagnosed 11 years ago and her aunt was diagnosed five years ago. She thinks the idea of a walk for breast cancer is inspiring and may open people's minds to the importance of awareness as well as early detection.David LoBiondo, an English teacher at Burton, recently lost his mother to breast cancer. Mr. LoBiondo shared her story:
Mr. Lobiondo's mother lived in Charlottesville, Virginia. Mr. LoBiondo called to ask his mom if she would be able to visit his grandfather who was not doing well. While she was in Norton, she started to feel sick and decided that she needed to go to the hospital. David Lobiondo stated, "They basically told her that she had Stage 4 Breast Cancer and there was not a lot that they could do." Mr. Lobiondo's mother had emergency surgery and had a tumor removed from her neck. "It was breast cancer but it had moved to her back and was now on her neck." said Mr Lobiondo. His mother told him that if anything ever happened to her and she would need to be resuscitated, that she did not want him to do it. He stated that his family had time to mentally prepare for the death of his mother. Although the passing of his mom was very difficult for the family, he is very grateful that she had the chance to meet his daughter, Lilly.
To support those who have been affected by breast cancer, come out to Friday night's game as Burton promotes Breast Cancer Awareness.
Written by: Alex C. and Tiffany A.