What a fun night it was Saturday night. I wasn't that nervous (believe it or not) once I decided that "it is what it is" and that it's not something to get all worked up about. So I didn't. We met at Raley Field about 5:30 and I was given my t-shirt to go put on, but along the way I was told that Sonia wanted me to meet somebody. Even when she's not around (because she was in San Diego at her daughter's synchronized swimming meet), she's still in charge! I laughed and followed the lady from Susan G. Komen to meet Ann who also has Metastatic Breast Cancer and was diagnosed 7 years ago! I was thrilled to meet her, she's a fantastic lady and we talked for nearly 20 minutes before I realized that I'd better hurry and get changed in time! After changing into my t-shirt I met up with her again and we promised to keep in touch via email. It's nice to find somebody who has something in common with you. A few minutes later they walked all of the survivors down a ramp which led to the field and we waited there for awhile until they were ready for us. Once it was time, all the other survivors took the field and lined up around home plate while Carly and I walked out to the mound. I was first and I took a couple steps towards the catcher while they were introducing me and then as the announcer was saying, "Okay Genie, give it a whirl", I threw out the first pitch. I would say it ended up being a ball, low and outside, but at least I got it to the catcher :) I actually did much better than I was expecting to. Thank you to Johnny (my son), Ryan, John, Anthony and Johnny (Sonia's husband) for taking the time to practice with me ahead of time. I'm sure I did much better than I would have done without your help, so thanks again.
What I loved about the night most, was that a majority of my family was there! Here's a shout out to John, Johnny, Jordan, Marcy, Bob, Erin, Ryan, Jeff, Josh, Frank, Monica, Frankie, Zach, Miles, Tim, Melynda, Tyler, Nick, and Hannah. I wish the rest of my family could have been there also, but thank you guys for your support ♥
Although I'm tired from chemo, today is a GOOD day and I'm so happy to be here. Thank you Lord for another day :)
Peace to you all ♥ Love, Genie
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Woohoo! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteHurray Genie!!! We were at my nephew's wedding in Portland and I told everyone you were throwing the first pitch at that very moment. I am so happy you were a rock star with your groupies in tow.
ReplyDeleteYou are all that Girl!