A Happy Little Reminder for You...

Unfortunately, there are no new teams to welcome this Wednesday! Tell your friends, tell your coworkers, tell your neighbors -- you'll be surprised how many people have been affected by lung cancer somehow. It's easy to feel helpless against cancer, and walking or running at Free to Breathe Chelmsford is a great way to fight back.

We are excited for our first 8 teams that are up and running and already fundraising! Awesome job, everyone!

We leave you with a little reminder to appreciate, understand, and love yourself... And if you are in Massachusetts, get out and enjoy this beautiful weather!

2013 Boston Marathon Tragedy

When things like yesterday's Boston Marathon explosions happen, our gut reaction is to ask, "What is wrong with the world?" "What is wrong with people?" "What is this world coming to?"

The truth is that these evil things make up a very small amount of our world. We won't dwell on the evil person(s) who committed this act. We will find hope in volunteers and emergency responders, fellow Massachusetts residents, and fellow Americans. We are in this together and we are stronger than these cowardly, heartless, violent individuals.

 

 

 

 

To feel even more in solidarity with humans across our country, check out this (PG-13!) article from comedian Patton Oswalt. Or this article about local people donating rooms and resources to perfect strangers. And this article is a must read if you need to renew your faith in humanity.

Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by this devastating event. Hug your families, be compassionate, live and love fully, and give back to your community.


For anyone in the Chelmsford area, there will be a Candlelight Vigil held tomorrow, Wednesday, April 17, at 7:30 pm on the common. Check out the Facebook event page for more details.

New Teams Update!

Happy Welcome Wednesday, everyone!

Two more teams to add to our September 22 event in Chelmsford -- a warm welcome to Barb's Brigade and One Step at a Time!! Thanks for getting your teams started already. We cannot wait to see you all in the fall!

There's still plenty of time to sign up and create your team, but why wait? Register now!

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Welcome Wednesday

It's thrilling and motivational and wonderful to see that six teams have already registered for Free to Breathe Chelmsford, over 5 months ahead of time! Participants and team leaders are really on top of their game. This week, we added two new teams. A big welcome to teams Infinity Pharmaceuticals (also a platinum sponsor!) and One Step Closer!

Photo Credits - Lucy Schultz Photography

If you have been to a Free to Breathe event before, you'll understand why these teams are so quick to register again. We can't wait until September when we can unite in the fight against lung cancer!

Photo Credits: Lucy Schultz Photography

Photo Credits: Sarah Surette

The outpouring of support is phenomenal. If you are affected by lung cancer, remember: You are not alone. If you'd like to share your story on the blog, contact us at ftbchelmsford@gmail.com.

Don't forget to find us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to stay updated. See you on September 22!