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Relay For Life
by Chef Nick Cavataio

Relay for Life is a overnight event where adults and children
come together for a fun filled time. It is a time to cheer on
and give praise to God for surviving and raise money to help
the American Cancer Society find ways to save lives. It is a
time to help those whose lives have been totally changed by
cancer, and empower those individuals to fight back against
this disease. During the event, teams of people gather at
schools, fairgrounds, or parks and take turns walking or running
laps to show their support. Each team keeps at least one team
member on the track at all times.

Relay is much more than a walk around a track. It is a time to
remember those lost to cancer and celebrate those who have
survived. It is a night for people who have shared the same
experience to comfort and console one another.

This past weekend I had the honor of doing a book signing at
the Tioga County Relay for Life event at the Owego High School.
It was the first time I attended one of these events and I really
didn't know what to expect. From talking to some of the team
members I was going to be with I knew there was going to be
at least five thousand people attending the event and I thought
"What a great win win situation". Chef Nick would get lots of
free publicity and at the same time have an opportunity to
contribute to a good cause.

I sure was in for a rude awakening. This past weekend my
eyes where open to the fact that there was a lot more of my
friend and co-workers that are currently fighting this terrible
disease than I ever expected, not to mention the vast numbers
of people I knew that had passed away after suffering from
cancer. I was so wrong, it was not a 'win win" situation.
It was a very humbling experience that allowed me to walk
away with much more than I could have ever given.

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Nick Cavataio is the author of 'Conquering Healthier Recipes
and Beyond,' an e-book packed with more than 300
mouth-watering recipes you can cook quickly at home.
http://www.conqueringhealthierrecipes.com
 

Nick Cavataio 99 Hall Road Owego NY, 607-687-5654 mailto:ncavataio@stny.rr.com