Walk of Hope

Back in January 2015, I volunteered to Chair a Walk of Hope and bring the walk to San Diego.  After many months and hours of works, a great committee of volunteers, an amazing Co-Chair and an awesome network of family and friends, the walk finally came to fruition.

The inaugural Walk of Hope took place on March 12th in NTC Park at Liberty Station.  I arrived at the park just in time to see the sunrise. What a beautiful way to start the day.

This was the first time I have Chaired a walk and last minute fears of nobody showing up kept me awake the night before.  But as the sun rose, folks started showing up. Then it was full speed ahead, getting everything set up.

We did a few activities before the walk started including a yoga warm up. Then the Co-chair of the walk gave a very moving speech about her journey and why she walks.  I said a few words but mainly just thanked everyone for their support. This roller coaster of a ride is so difficult, but being surrounded by friends and family and feeling the love and supports definitely helps make each step a bit easier.

I had a walk team and I had 42 people on my team. How awesome is that!!! Our team was called Team Love Haight and I had the cutest t shirts made.  Not all are shown in this photo.  next year I want to make sure I get a photo of everyone.

Next , to my surprise, RESOLVE presented me with a medal and thanked me for all my efforts. I have to admit that was pretty darn special, I mean how often are you called a hero???




After the award ceremony, Elizabeth and I started the walk and our husbands joined as well as her two children. What a great feeling to turn around and see how many folks were on the walk with us.

Afterwards my parents hosted a Team Love Haight luncheon at Slater's 50/50.  Ryan's sister and her family drive all the way from Rancho Cucamonga to show their support.  My parents friends joined as well. My brother and Grandmother were also there.

At the end of the day I feel so blessed to have the support that we do. Thanks to all those that walked and donated to the first inaugural Walk of Home.

I am excited to start working on the Second Annual Walk of Hope. Stay tuned for details about that in the coming months.











After the San Diego Walk of Hope we headed up the following week and helped out at the LA Walk of Hope.  Thanks to our LA friends for coming out and supporting us at that walk.

Thanks for Reading,
HEATHER