Here at Susan G Komen – Central Florida Affiliate we want you all to get a more inside look at what we do and who we are. We have tried to get involved on Tumblr, but we’ve decided that a regular blog post through WordPress would probably be better. We will be posting as often as possible with different reflections, anecdotes, information, and all sorts of stuff! That being said, you should probably know who will be writing all of this stuff…
Hi! I’m Victoria…I’m the Marketing and Promotions Intern here at Komen Central Florida
Super brief synopsis about myself:
I’m a newlywed! I’m 22. I have a psychology degree from Harding University (No, you probably haven’t ever heard of it – it’s in Arkansas) and I’m currently working on my MBA. I have 2 rescue-adopted dogs – Boomer and Simba! They’re precious. I’m a born-and-raised Atlanta native which means, yes, I’m a proud Georgia Peach, devoted Braves fan, and Georgia Bulldog.
Now how about I tell you the reason I’m here…
Everyone has been affected by breast cancer in some way. We all have a family member or friend that has had it or have had it ourselves. It is a terrible disease that, unfortunately, is near to almost everyone’s heart. My connection is my grandfather (yes, men can have breast cancer too). He was diagnosed in 2011. Although he eventually did overcome his breast cancer, he also was diagnosed with lung lung cancer earlier this year. Sadly, he lost his battle to lung cancer and he passed away this June.
(My Grandad and I at my wedding, two weeks before he passed away – please ignore my ugly crying face)
Although breast cancer is not what finally took my Grandad’s life, I still fight this disease in his memory because of his previous battle with it. I ran my first Race For the Cure in Little Rock in 2011 in his honor and I had a blast! I’m so grateful to have this opportunity to work with such a wonderful organization and with such wonderful people to help fight breast cancer! No one should have to lose a loved one to any form of cancer.
Throughout my journey as an intern I will be maintaining this blog and sharing stories, fun antidotes, helpful information, and other fun stuff! Hope y’all enjoy!
-Victoria
Komen Central Florida 